Pinto Beans Green Chile and Beef Soup
Pinto Beans Green Chile and Beef Soup is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for warming up chilly evenings. This hearty dish combines ground beef, pinto beans, and the vibrant heat of green chilies, creating a satisfying flavor profile that’s both rich and comforting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cups cooked pinto beans (or 2 cans, drained and rinsed)
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups beef broth
- Spices: chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika
Instructions
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat; drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in spices (chili powder, cumin, paprika), salt, and pepper.
- Mix in pinto beans, tomatoes with chilies, and beef broth; stir well.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer covered for 30 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning as needed; mash some beans for thickness if desired.
- Serve hot with garnishes like cilantro or lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg