Absolutely DELICIOUS Quick Keto Chili Recipe!! (2024)

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Quick Keto Chili Recipe Made in the Pressure Cooker

I love thisQuick Keto Chili Recipe that’s made in the pressure cooker!! I have an Instant Pot 6 quart and I use it so much. I’ve had it for a long time and I swear it’s one of my favorite kitchen appliances. This baby even travels with me when we spend time out at the lake in our 5th wheel camper. I have the Instant Pot 6 quart 7 in 1 Duo model. It’s perfect for our family of four. Do you remember that time I made Lobster Tails in the Pressure Cooker?!

Back before I started my own Ketogenic Diet journey (gosh, I hate that word diet because it’s really a full-on lifestyle for me) I used to make the most delicious Wendy’s Copycat Chili recipe. I would serve that chili with a side of sweet cornbread or I would serve it in a big bread bowl. I’m so happy to have learned the keto way of life. Because even though I used to love that recipe, I am very happy with my Quick Keto Chili recipe and I am happy to serve it up with my favorite Keto Biscuits recipe too! I’m not missing a thing! Keto for life, baby!

UPDATE: We found the BEST Keto Cornbread recipe to pair with this Keto chili! Try it! You will love it. It’s not made with cornbread but it doesn’t have any corn it in! Love that!

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Quick Keto Chili Recipe Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
1 pound sausage
1/2 onion, diced
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons garlic powder (or fresh garlic)
2 cups beef bone broth (I prefer the Kettle & Fire Bone Broth)
15 ounce can fire roasted tomatoes
1 can Rotel (tomatoes & chilis) or 1 small jalapeno, ground and seeds are taken out
Optional Ingredient: 1/4 teaspoon xanthan for extra thickness

Here is a video we made to show you how to make this Quick Keto Chili recipe.

Quick Keto Chili Recipe Nutrition Information

Serves 8

Calories 78, Total C 12.7g, Fiber 4.3g, Net C 8.4g, Sugars 2g, Fat 3.2g, Protein 5.6g

Quick Keto Chili Recipe Instruction for the Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

Dice the onion.
Turn the Instant Pot on Saute mode. Add 1 Tbs olive oil and saute the onions.
Add the raw ground beef and sausage and cook it until it has browned.
Add the Chili powder, Cocoa, Smoked Paprika, Cumin, Dried Oregano, Salt, Pepper, and Garlic Powder to the meat mixture. Stir until it’s well combined.
Add the bone broth, fire roasted tomatoes and Rotel (or jalapeno).
If you like a thicker chili, add a 1/4 tsp of Xanthan. Sprinkle it over the chili and mix it thoroughly.
Turn the Pressure cooker on the manual setting set to high pressure for 10 minutes.
Then to a quick release of the pressure.
Serve warm and top with cheese or sour cream. Enjoy!

Why Add Unsweetened Cocoa Powder to a Keto Chili Recipe?

I’ve gotten a lot of questions about the unsweetened cocoa powder ingredient I added in my Keto chili recipe and I’m a bit surprised. I honestly thought everybody add this ingredient in their chili. This is a technique that I learned a long, long time ago from my grandma. She always added unsweetened chocolate to some dishes that are savory because it intensifies and enhances the flavors of the other spices in such a delightful way. I won’t ever make this Keto chili recipe without it. It’s such abig difference and I swear, once you try it, you won’t ever go back. Promise!

Quick Keto Chili Recipe Made in the Pressure Cooker

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Ingredients

1 lb Ground Beef
1 lb Sausage
1/2 Onion diced
3 Tbs Chili powder
1 Tbs unsweetened cocoa powder
1 Tbs Smoked Paprika
2 Tbs Cumin
1/2 Tsp dried oregano
1 Tsp salt
1 Tsp pepper
2 Tsp garlic powder or fresh garlic
2 cups beef bone broth I prefer the Kettle & Fire Bone Broth
15 oz can of fire roasted tomatoes
1 Can of Rotel tomatoes & chilis or 1 small jalapeno, ground and seeds are taken out
Optional Ingredient: 1/4 Tsp Xanthan for extra thickness

Instructions

Dice the onion.
Turn the Instant Pot on Saute mode. Add 1 Tbs olive oil and saute the onions.
Add the raw ground beef and sausage and cook it until it has browned.
Add the Chili powder, Cocoa, Smoked Paprika, Cumin, Dried Oregano, Salt, Pepper and Garlic Powder to the meat mixture. Stir until it's well combined.
Add the bone broth, fire roasted tomatoes and Rotel (or jalapeno).
If you like a thicker chili, add a 1/4 tsp of Xanthan. Sprinkle it over the chili and mix it thoroughly.
Turn the Pressure cooker on the manual setting set to high pressure for 10 minutes.
Then to a quick release of the pressure.
Serve warm and top with cheese or sour cream. Enjoy!

Nutrition

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Keto Starter Guide Message from the Creator of the Course

If you are new to the Keto way of life and need a bit more help getting started and understanding exactly how it works, I have news for you! This way of life is not really easy to start off in the beginning.
You can easily get very overwhelmed by the information and, believe it or not, there is so much misinformation out there that you will leave yourself asking what’s real and what’s not. It can be frustrating and overwhelming at the same time.
I started my journey in January of 2017 way before anyone even knew what Keto was!! I’ve learned every pitfall and made all the mistakes! I only wished I had someone who could have explained it to me to avoid all of those feelings of failure and frustration. Luckily, it didn’t make me quit. It almost did. I’m so glad I stuck with it because I got away from the way carbs and sugar had a hold of me. I control it instead of it controlling me like it used to.

If you are starting out, you will find the Keto Starter guide extremely helpful and very valuable! Check it out here:

Here’s a photo of my own Keto Journey Before and After progress:

Don’t forget to pin it on Pinterest for later!

Absolutely DELICIOUS Quick Keto Chili Recipe!! (2024)

FAQs

Is chilli ok for a keto diet? ›

Is chili keto-friendly? Classic bean-based chili is not keto-friendly, as beans are high in carbohydrates. Luckily you can still make a keto-friendly chili without the beans. All of the traditional chili spices, such as chili powder, ground cumin and smoked paprika, are great flavor-boosters for keto foods.

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How do you thicken chili without carbs? ›

A low-carb thickener for chili could be xanthan gum or glucomannan powder. Both of these are low-carb, keto-friendly thickeners that can be used in small amounts to thicken chili without adding carbs.

What is a low-carb bean substitute for chili? ›

Here are my favorite bean substitutes for chili: Ground meat: adding extra meat to a chili recipe is an excellent low-carb bean substitute for chili. You'll want to add ½ lb of ground beef, turkey, or chicken per can of beans. Chopped veggies: cauliflower, carrots, zucchini, and butternut squash are terrific too!

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What adds the most flavor to chili? ›

Cocoa powder, bacon, cinnamon, ground coffee and tomato paste will all add a rich sweet & salty flavors that are sure to surprise and delight. Warming spice blends, like Garam Masala, Ras el Hanout or Baharat are another simple and delicious way to add layered flavors to this simple one-pot meal.

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How to add richness to chili? ›

Instead of using plain water (please, never just use water), consider using stock, broth, or bone broth as your base to add richness and depth. Not sure which broth to use? Luckily, there isn't a right or wrong answer. Beef broth adds a hearty, robust flavor, while chicken broth brings a lighter, more delicate taste.

What is a good substitute for sugar in chili? ›

Any alternative sugar is fair game, including honey, malt sugar or extract, and even a cup or so of a sweet beer, like milk stout or German hefeweizen, will add sweetness and character. Ketchup is also basically just sweetened tomato paste, so you can squeeze a few tablespoons into your next chili batch.

Is it better to use cornstarch or flour to thicken chili? ›

Adding flour directly into the chili will create lumps. Instead, make a slurry by mixing one tablespoon of cold water with one tablespoon of cornstarch. If you're using all-purpose flour, double the amount of water. Stir in the cornstarch slurry, evenly distributing it throughout the chili.

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What is a substitute for masa in chili? ›

If you don't have masa harina on hand you can use flour, cornmeal, cornstarch, or puree a can of beans. Just start with a tablespoon of the flour, cornmeal, masa harina, or cornstarch whisked with a little water, add to your chili and simmer 10 more minutes or so.

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Which beans are keto-friendly? ›

Keto-friendly beans

On a strict keto diet, your best bet for beans is to choose either green beans or black soybeans. While green beans are typically prepared more like a vegetable than a bean, black soybeans are a great alternative to other, starchier beans in soups, bean dips, refried beans, or other recipes.

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What is chili called without beans? ›

Chili without beans is known as Texas-style chili or chili con carne. According to many Texans, beans and other added vegetables have no place in chili. In a true Texas chili or chili con carne, the emphasis is on the meat and chili peppers.

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What makes can chili taste better? ›

Roast and mix in some chiles.

If you prefer some extra heat, Chase also recommended adding your chile pepper of choice to the dish. "You can roast hatch, chipotle, or ancho chiles, puree the chiles, and stir them into the canned chili over the stovetop to add some depth and heat to the flavor profile," Chase said.

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What is the secret to competition chili? ›

Additional Depth of Flavor

Ingredients like tomato paste, cinnamon, coffee and liquid smoke can all add flavor hints that will make your chili cook-off entry unique. Roast your vegetables and use broth or beer instead of water for even more flavor in your pot.

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What is the best liquid for chili? ›

The best kind of broth can vary: For a traditional chili recipe, beef broth is best, but white chili is better with chicken broth. And of course, if you're making a vegetarian chili, stick with vegetable broth instead. If you don't have any broth on hand, you could also add beer or wine to the pot.

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