Description
Pinto Beans Green Chile And Beef Soup is the ultimate comfort food, combining hearty ground beef with rich pinto beans and zesty green chiles for a satisfying meal that warms you from the inside out. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, delivering a burst of flavor in every spoonful. With wholesome ingredients and simple preparation steps, even novice cooks will feel confident whipping this up. It’s versatile too—customize it with your favorite veggies or spices for a personal touch. Whether served on its own, with crusty bread, or alongside a fresh salad, this soup is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cups cooked pinto beans (or two 15 oz cans, drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin (optional)
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Optional garnish: chopped cilantro, lime wedges
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté for about 3–4 minutes until softened.
- Season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; stir well.
- Incorporate the pinto beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, diced green chiles, and beef broth. Mix thoroughly.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat and let simmer covered for 30 minutes to meld flavors.
- Before serving, adjust seasoning if needed and mash some beans against the pot for a creamier texture if desired.
- Serve hot garnished with chopped cilantro or lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 710mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg