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Low carb chili that's so good it won a non-keto chili cookoff! Big on flavor, low on carbs, and kid friendly. Perfect for chili dogs, keto cornbread, and nachos.

First Place Low Carb Chili

Anna Hunley
Low carb chili that's so good it won a non-keto chili cookoff! Big on flavor, low on carbs, and kid friendly. Perfect for chili dogs, keto cornbread, and nachos.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Main Dishes
Servings 8 cups
Calories 195 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 3 ounces chopped onion about 1/2 onion
  • 3.5 ounces chopped green bell pepper about 1 pepper
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 3 tablespoons cumin
  • 1.5 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon coriander
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • pinch of black pepper
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions
 

  • In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the peppers and onions in the butter until they begin to soften, about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the ground beef to the skillet. Break up with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Cook until no longer pink, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Add the spices to the beef mixture and stir to coat.
  • Transfer the mixture to the crockpot. Drain grease if desired.
  • Add the tomatoes and water to the pot. Stir to combine.
  • Cook on high for 2 hours or low for 4 hours.
  • If using an Instant Pot, you may complete the sauté steps in the pot on sauté mode. Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes and quick release the steam.
  • Serve with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream if desired.

Notes

This chili may also be made on the stove. Complete steps 1 through 3 in a stockpot. After completing steps 4 and 5, simmer the chili for 2 hours on low, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 10.5gProtein: 11.9gFat: 11.6gFiber: 3.3g
Keyword bean free chili, gluten free chili, keto chili, low carb chili
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