Quick Santa Fe Chili

Warm up your evenings with this Quick Santa Fe Chili, a hearty yet speedy one-pot dinner perfect for busy weeknights. Bursting with bold Southwestern flavors, this chili combines tender ground beef or turkey, smoky spices like chili powder and smoked paprika, and a medley of wholesome ingredients including black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes. Its 10-minute prep time and 25-minute cook time mean you’ll have a comforting, protein-packed meal on the table in no time. Customize it with optional toppings like fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, or sour cream for a delicious finish. Whether you’re feeding a family or meal-prepping for the week, this easy Santa Fe chili recipe delivers bold taste and satisfying warmth in under 40 minutes.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 pound ground beef or turkey
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz can)
• 1 cup beef or chicken broth
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup frozen sweet corn
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for serving)
• 0.25 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef or turkey and cook, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Sprinkle the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper over the meat. Stir to coat evenly with the spices.

Step 6

Add the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly to deepen the flavor.

Step 7

Pour in the diced tomatoes and broth. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.

Step 8

Add the black beans and frozen corn to the pot. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, to blend the flavors.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2012 grams (2012.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2414

Total Fat 142.90g	183%
Saturated Fat 53.70g	269%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 423mg	141%
Sodium 4887mg	212%
Total Carbohydrate 162.50g	59%
Dietary Fiber 44.20g	158%
Total Sugars 38.10g
Protein 131.10g	262%

Vitamin D 12IU	60%
Calcium 794mg	61%
Iron 28mg	156%
Potassium 4352mg	93%

*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: 52.3%

Protein: 21.3%

Carbs: 26.4%