Keto chili made with loads of ground beef and all that chili flavor you’re craving! We’ve replaced our traditional chili recipe with this low carb chili and even the carb-lovers devour this one! It’s seriously just the best chili ever!
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There are a few recipes that I’ve been hesitant to make low carb.
Chili was one of those recipes.
You see, I had a recipe that I loved and I just didn’t believe I’d be able to make a low carb version that could compete with it.
Happy to admit I WAS WRONG.
I was so wrong. So so wrong.
I’m straight up obsessed with this low carb chili recipe and I think you will be too! It’s seriously flavorful and really easy to make! You’re going to want to make this one immediately!
How to make this low carb chili recipes:
We’re going to start by browning some ground beef with onion and bell pepper. This is a super hearty chili and we like lots of beef here!
Once the meat is browned, you’ll add in some minced jalapeno and garlic. The jalapeno doesn’t make this too spicy, but it does give it a nice little kick of flavor. Feel free to adjust to your own tastes.
Season things up with some chili powder, cumin, and salt.
Tomato products can be pretty high in carbs, so rather than using tomato sauce like I would in my traditional chili recipe, I’m using tomato paste and beef broth. Trust me…this is going to be good.
You’ll also stir in a can of diced tomatoes.
Simmer your chili for as you’d like…the longer it cooks the more flavorful it gets and the more tender the beef gets.
I like to let it simmer for a couple of hours over really low heat (you may have to add a little more beef broth if too much boils off) but I’ve also served this after just a 20 minute. It’s delicious either way!
We top our chili with freshly grated cheddar and a dollop of sour cream.
Chili without beans:
People have very strong feelings about chili and whether or not it should include beans.
I like it both ways, but if you’re eating a low carb diet, you should probably skip the beans. They’re loaded with carbs.
This keto chili recipe is plenty hearty and filling without the beans. Bet you don’t even miss them.
What to serve with chili:
I vote that you make my low carb cornbread. It doesn’t actually contain any corn, but I’ll bet you could completely fool your friends and family into thinking it’s the real deal. Taste and texture are spot on, if you ask me!
Other soup recipes to try:
Crockpot Broccoli Cheese Soup: It’s so cheesy and full of goodness!
Zuppa Toscana: My low carb version uses turnips instead of potatoes and you’d never even know the difference!
Chicken Taco Soup: You can make this in the crockpot or Instant Pot!
Chicken Zoodle Soup: Who needs pasta when you have zucchini?
Cauliflower Soup: I roast the cauliflower first for maximum flavor!
Keto Chili
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 1 green pepper diced
- 1 jalapeno minced
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¼ cup tomato paste
- 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add the ground beef, onion, and bell pepper to a large deep pot and cook over medium heat, breaking up the meat as it cooks. When meat is cooked through, drain fat from pan.
- Add the jalapeno, garlic, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, and salt and stir.
- Bring to a boil and reduce to a simmer. Simmer for at least 20 minutes, preferably an hour for the best taste and texture.
- Serve with sour cream and shredded cheddar, as desired.
Joan says
Can I skip the jalapeno pepper without taking away from the flavor?
Karly Campbell says
It won’t be as spicy, but shouldn’t make much difference otherwise.
Lark Starkey says
Our house loves this recipe, kids and all! I usually make it in the instant pot, sautéing the meat and veggies first and then add remaining ingredients and pressure cook for 10 minutes. It’s always a hit, and super quick and easy.
Karly Campbell says
Great idea to cook it in the Instant Pot! 🙂
Susan Glover says
Jean, thank you for your comment. I was wondering if I could use the crock pot and I saw your comment.
Perfect! I am also going to copy your plan of making it and freezing some!! I even put the instructions on my recipe! Thank You!!
Jean Hickey says
My husband is on a low carb diet ~ has lost 85 pounds so far. We love your chili recipe. I usually make double the recipe and cook it in a crockpot. I make it once a month and freeze 2 more portions for later in the month. Best chili recipe ever!
Karly Campbell says
Thanks, Jean! Love to hear that you love the chili AND about your husband’s success. 85 pounds is just amazing! 🙂
Catherine Jones says
Delicious
Suzanne says
Add a sprinkle of Ceylon cinnamon and cacao powder two more shots of flavor. I call it mole chili.
Elizabeth Shah says
I tried this for the first time last night and made it quick! I didn’t have time to let it simmer more than 20 min and it was still GREAT! Excited to have this be my go-to low carb chili recipe!
Karly Campbell says
Thanks, Elizabeth!
Lisa Heilman says
Would this be a Whole 30 compliment recipe?
Karly Campbell says
I’m not sure what is involved with Whole30, so I can’t say.
Elizabeth Kehr says
This is a silly question, but it says a serving is a bowl. What would a more exact serving be? Maybe a cup or a cup and a half? I can’t wait to make this. Thank you!
Karly Campbell says
Hi Elizabeth! I didn’t measure this by volume, just divided it evenly into 6 portions.
Emily says
Hands down the best chili I have ever had. I triple the recipe and make it at least twice a month. We eat it for dinner and I take it for lunch the rest of the week. Thank you so much for such a wonderful recipe!
Karly Campbell says
So glad you like it so much! Thanks, Emily!
Janos Gaspar says
This chili was way way way too spicy. I must have done something wrong since no one else has mentioned this. I think the two Tablespoons of chili powder is the culprit
Karly Campbell says
Uh oh – regular chili powder that we find in the spice aisle in American stores isn’t all that spicy at all. My guess is that it’s the brand/type of chili powder you used or you had a really hot jalapeno? This recipe doesn’t have a ton of heat to it.
Lori Lopinski says
This sounds delicious!! Can you make it with ground turkey?
Karly Campbell says
Sure!
Cara says
Yummmm!!! A family hit! The taste and flavors come together. Thanks!
Jeanine Kody says
This was delicious. I also made Good Dee’s Keto corn bread to go with it. Perfect combination!
SherriS. says
I tried your recipe today and it was love at first bite! It was easy to make and I’m excited that I have leftovers.
Lisa Moon says
This was off the chain!!!! I did not even miss the beans I am so surprised and so delighted
Karly Campbell says
Love to hear that!
Khristine Barefoot says
We have mad this chili 2 weeks in a row. It is hit in our house with my 4 kids.
Karly Campbell says
Love to hear that! Thanks, Khristine!
Cindy says
This is definitely our new go to chili recipe!! Made your cornbread muffins with it as well- super delicious
Karly Campbell says
Thanks, Cindy! So glad you enjoyed the recipes!
Jill Sotzing says
This was yummy!! I added Rotel instead of tomatoes. Also found a bean to use that’s low-carb; Black Soybeans. Definite go to recipe. Thanks!!
Pam says
Tried the keto chili this weekend. Was a major hit! This will be on the repeat list. Also made your basic Chaffle and my grand son ate it. Was major surprised! I really appreciate all the work you put into your recipes Makes low carb eating an event
Karly Campbell says
Thanks so much, Pam! So glad you enjoy the recipes!
Ashley says
Can you make this chili in the crockpot?
Karly Campbell says
Yep! You’ll want to brown the meat first, of course, but then just dump it all in and let it cook for as long as you like.