One-Pot Smoky Beef & Black Bean Chili with Fire-Roasted Corn (20-Minute Recipe)

Enjoy a hearty, gluten-free beef chili packed with smoky spices, black beans, and sweet fire-roasted corn—all made effortlessly in your slow cooker or one-pot. Perfect for busy weeknights, this comforting meal comes together in just 20 minutes of prep and hands-off cooking.

⏱️ 25 minutes
👥 4 servings
🔥 370 calories
One-Pot Smoky Beef & Black Bean Chili with Fire-Roasted Corn (20-Minute Recipe)
Ingredients
  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 cup yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 3 each garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup fire-roasted corn (frozen or canned, drained)
  • 1.5 cups black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 14.5 oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup beef broth (gluten-free)
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 0.75 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
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Instructions

1

In a large slow-cooker or Dutch oven set to medium-high heat, add olive oil. Sauté onions, bell pepper, and garlic for 3 minutes until softened.

⏱️ 3 minutes 🌡️ Medium-High
2

Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink, about 5 minutes.

⏱️ 5 minutes 🌡️ Medium-High
3

Stir in fire-roasted corn, black beans, fire-roasted tomatoes, beef broth, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.

⏱️ 1 minute
4

Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until flavors meld and chili thickens slightly.

⏱️ 10 minutes 🌡️ Low
5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with your favorite gluten-free toppings.

⏱️ 1 minute
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Nutrition Information

370
Calories
28g
Protein
26g
Carbs
16g
Fat

Per serving. Values are approximate and may vary.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, after browning the beef and sautéing the veggies, transfer all ingredients to your slow cooker and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6 hours.

Absolutely! This chili stores and reheats well, making it perfect for make-ahead lunches or dinners.

Try fresh cilantro, diced avocado, shredded cheese, or a dollop of sour cream—all naturally gluten-free.

Yes, add a diced jalapeño or extra chili powder to increase the heat to your liking.

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