Keto Classic Chili with Meat and Beans
Dive into the warmth and bold flavors of Keto Classic Chili with Meat and Beans, a wholesome and satisfying twist on the timeless comfort food. Packed with tender ground beef, hearty kidney beans, and vibrant vegetables like green bell peppers and diced onions, this chili is a keto-friendly delight brimming with essential nutrients and irresistible taste. Seasoned to perfection with a robust blend of chili powder, cumin, paprika, and oregano, every spoonful delivers a smoky, spicy kick that’s sure to please your palate. Simmered in a rich beef broth with canned diced tomatoes and green chilies, this low-carb recipe strikes the ideal balance between savory and mildly spicy. Ready in just over an hour, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep, and can be garnished with classics like shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh green onions for an elevated touch. Whether you’re embracing a ketogenic lifestyle or simply craving comfort food, this chili is bound to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean)
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
- 14.5 ounces Canned diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 2 cups Beef broth
- 15 ounces Kidney beans, canned, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons Chili powder
- 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
Add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula, and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced green bell pepper. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
Add the canned diced tomatoes with green chilies and tomato paste. Stir to combine.
Pour in the beef broth and add the drained kidney beans.
Season the chili with chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and cayenne pepper if desired.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt or spices if needed.
Serve hot, garnished with optional toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions, while keeping it keto-friendly.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2083 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 125.5 g | 161% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.6 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 313 mg | 104% | |
| Sodium | 5977 mg | 260% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.1 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.5 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.7 g | ||
| Protein | 114.0 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 443 mg | 34% | |
| Iron | 27.8 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 4243 mg | 90% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
