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Easy Taco Chili Recipe
Easy Taco Chili Recipe is made with packets taco seasoning, tomatoes with green chilies, and lean ground beef.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 40 min
- Total
- 50 min
- Original yield
- Serves 6
- Ingredients
- 9 listed
Make it part of your week
Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Main course
- Primary protein
- Beef · Beans & lentils
- Cuisine
- Southwestern American · American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes
A few quick notes
1. Check when to cover
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
2. Keep the simmering stage
Follow the simmering heat, timing and finish checks that are given.
Get to know the ingredients
lean ground beef
In the method: Add the ground beef and onion to a medium Dutch oven or large soup pot.
large onion (diced)
In the method: Add the ground beef and onion to a medium Dutch oven or large soup pot.
packets taco seasoning
In the method: Add the taco seasoning and minced garlic, then cook for an additional minute.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 6. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 2 pounds lean ground beefIngredient note
Source: 1 large onion (diced)Ingredient note
Source: 2 (1 oz) packets taco seasoningIngredient note
Source: 1 tablespoon minced garlicIngredient note
Source: 2 (15 oz) cans low sodium black beans (drained and rinsed)Ingredient note
Source: 2 (10 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chiliesIngredient note
Source: 2 cups beef brothIngredient note
Source: 6 ounce can tomato pasteIngredient note
Source: 1 jalapeño (seeded and diced, optional)
How to make it
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Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Serve with your favorite taco toppings.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the dutch oven and pot. Start with this step: Add the ground beef and onion to a medium Dutch oven or large soup pot.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Follow the covered and uncovered stages in their stated order.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Continue cooking until the beef is browned.
How do I plan the ingredient amounts?
This version serves 6. Use the ingredient amounts listed for that yield. If you change the number of portions, check equipment and the full method as well as the shopping quantities.
Additional recipe notes
Make it spicier by using hot taco seasoning or adding spicy Rotel. I also love topping mine with pickled or sliced jalapeños. Slow Cooker Taco Chili Instructions: Brown the ground beef, onions, and garlic as directed, then transfer to your crockpot with the rest of the ingredients. Cook over low heat for 5-6 hours, or high heat for 3-4 hours before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Freezing leftovers: If you’ve made a big batch or want to save some for later, freezing your taco chili is a great option. Make sure the chili has cooled completely before transferring it to freezer-safe containers or resealable plastic freezer bags and freeze for up to 2-3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating the chili on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: belleofthekitchen.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
