Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Green Chile & Beef

Why Make This Recipe

Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Green Chile & Beef is a delicious and hearty dish that warms the soul. It’s easy to prepare, perfect for busy days, and great for feeding a family or a crowd. The combination of tender beef, creamy pinto beans, and spicy green chiles creates a rich, flavorful meal that everyone will love. Plus, with the slow cooker doing all the work, you can enjoy a comforting dinner without spending hours in the kitchen.

How to Make Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Green Chile & Beef

Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
• 2 cups dried pinto beans, rinsed (or 3 cans, drained)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cans green chiles
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, combine beef, pinto beans, onion, green chiles, beef broth, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir to combine all ingredients.
3. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until beef is tender and beans are cooked through.
4. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

How to Serve Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Green Chile & Beef

Serve this hearty dish hot, right from the slow cooker. It pairs well with rice, cornbread, or tortillas. You can also top it with fresh herbs, sour cream, or avocado for an extra touch of flavor. It’s a comforting and filling meal that your family will ask for again and again.

How to Store Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Green Chile & Beef

If you have leftovers, let them cool down and then store them in an airtight container in the fridge. The dish will keep well for about 3-4 days. For longer storage, you can freeze it in a freezer-safe container. Just remember to label it with the date!

Tips to Make Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Green Chile & Beef

• If using dried pinto beans, soak them overnight for the best texture.
• Adjust the amount of green chiles to suit your spice preference.
• For a thicker stew, you can blend a portion of the beans and stir them back into the mixture.
• Feel free to add in other vegetables, like bell peppers or tomatoes, for more flavor and nutrition.

Variation

You can customize this recipe by using different types of meat, such as chicken or pork. You could also swap the pinto beans for black beans or kidney beans if you prefer. Adding different spices like paprika or chili powder can also give it a new twist.

FAQs

Can I use canned pinto beans instead of dried?
Yes, you can use canned pinto beans. Just drain and rinse them and add them in during the last hour of cooking to heat through.

How do I know when the beef is done?
The beef is done when it’s tender and easily pulls apart with a fork. This typically takes about 8 hours on low heat in the slow cooker.

Can I cook this on high heat?
Yes, you can cook it on high for about 4-5 hours, but the beef might not be as tender as when cooked slowly on low.

Slow Cooker Pinto Beans, Green Chile & Beef

This hearty dish combines tender beef, creamy pinto beans, and spicy green chiles for a rich and flavorful meal that is easy to prepare and perfect for busy days.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 hours hrs

Total Time 8 hours hrs 15 minutes mins

Servings: 6 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Calories: 400

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

Main Ingredients

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into chunks
• 2 cups dried pinto beans, rinsed (or 3 cans, drained) If using canned, add during the last hour of cooking.
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 2 cans green chiles Adjust amount based on spice preference.
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Method

 

Preparation

1. In a slow cooker, combine beef, pinto beans, onion, green chiles, beef broth, cumin, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir to combine all ingredients.
3. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until beef is tender and beans are cooked through.
4. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Notes

If using dried pinto beans, soak them overnight for the best texture. For a thicker stew, blend a portion of the beans and stir back into the mixture. Feel free to add in other vegetables for added flavor and nutrition.