Pinto Beans Green Chile And Beef Soup
If you’re craving a comforting and hearty meal, look no further than this Pinto Beans Green Chile And Beef Soup! This flavorful dish combines tender pinto beans, savory ground beef, and zesty green chiles for a soul-warming experience that’s perfect for any occasion. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this soup is not only easy to make but also packs a nutritional punch. With its delightful blend of spices and wholesome ingredients, you can whip it up in just over an hour, making it a fantastic choice for meal prepping or quick dinners throughout the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 cups cooked pinto beans (or 2 cans, drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Smoked paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and sauté until softened (3–4 minutes).
- Stir in chili powder, optional cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Mix in cooked pinto beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, diced green chiles, and beef broth.
- Bring to a boil; reduce heat to simmer for about 30 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning; mash some beans for creaminess if desired.
- Serve hot with optional garnishes like cilantro or lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg