Tex Mex Beef and Beans for a Potluck Dinner

Spice up your next gathering with this crowd-pleasing Tex-Mex Beef and Beans recipe, the perfect dish to bring to a potluck dinner. Bursting with bold Southwestern flavors, this hearty one-pot meal combines savory ground beef, robust canned beans, sweet corn, and a medley of aromatic spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Simmered to perfection with diced tomatoes and green chilies, it delivers a warm, comforting kick that's sure to satisfy. Quick and easy to prepare in under an hour, this dish can be served straight from a Dutch oven or slow cooker to keep it warm for sharing. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro, and pair with crunchy tortilla chips for a festive, customizable feast that’s as fun to eat as it is flavorful. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this recipe guarantees to make you the star of any potluck!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 pounds Ground beef
• 1 large Yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 14.5-ounce cans Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 2 15-ounce cans Canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can Canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can Canned corn, drained
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
• 1 bag Tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat and brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is softened and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, black beans, kidney beans, and corn. Mix well to combine.

Step 4

Add the tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, dried oregano, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir to evenly incorporate the spices.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium and allow the mixture to simmer for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Taste the dish and adjust seasonings if needed, adding more salt or spices to your preference.

Step 7

Once cooked, transfer the Tex-Mex beef and beans to a slow cooker or large serving dish to keep warm for the potluck.

Step 8

Serve warm with optional toppings like shredded cheddar cheese, chopped cilantro, and tortilla chips on the side.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4008.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5521.0

Total Fat 278.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 105.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 845.7mg	0%
Sodium 11097.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 492.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 110.0g	0%
Total Sugars 49.5g
Protein 292.5g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1833.9mg	0%
Iron 58.0mg	0%
Potassium 9142.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.4%

Protein: 20.7%

Carbs: 34.9%