Low Carb Hearty Beef Chilli
Savor the rich and robust flavors of this Low Carb Hearty Beef Chili, a comforting meal perfect for satisfying cravings without derailing your diet goals. Packed with tender ground beef, colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and aromatic spices, this keto-friendly chili offers a bold and smoky kick thanks to chili powder, cumin, and paprika. A simmered blend of crushed tomatoes and beef broth creates a thick, mouthwatering base, while a touch of cayenne peppers ups the heat for spice lovers. With just 15 minutes of prep and an hour of cooking, this nourishing one-pot recipe is an easy choice for weeknight dinners or meal prepping. Perfect for pairing with a dollop of sour cream or fresh avocado slices, this hearty chili is a gluten-free, low-carb masterpiece your whole family will adore.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup celery (chopped)
- 1 medium onion (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup zucchini (chopped)
- 2 ounces green chiles (diced)
Instructions
Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat and add olive oil.
Add the chopped bell pepper, celery, and onion to the pot and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Push the vegetables to the side and add the ground beef to the pot. Break it up with a wooden spoon and cook until browned, about 7-10 minutes.
Drain any excess fat from the pot, if necessary.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Add the chopped zucchini and diced green chiles to the chili and continue to simmer for another 15 minutes, until the zucchini is tender.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Serve hot and enjoy your low carb hearty beef chili.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2776 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 195.7 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 69.8 g | 349% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 642 mg | 214% | |
| Sodium | 5261 mg | 229% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.7 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.1 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.1 g | ||
| Protein | 175.5 g | 351% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 503 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 31.4 mg | 174% | |
| Potassium | 6098 mg | 130% | |
*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.
