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?!

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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

  1. Dice the onion.
  2. Turn the Instant Pot on Saute mode. Add 1 Tbs olive oil and saute the onions.
  3. Add the raw ground beef and sausage and cook it until it has browned.
  4. 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.
  5. Add the bone broth, fire roasted tomatoes and Rotel (or jalapeno).
  6. If you like a thicker chili, add a 1/4 tsp of Xanthan. Sprinkle it over the chili and mix it thoroughly.
  7. Turn the Pressure cooker on the manual setting set to high pressure for 10 minutes.
  8. Then to a quick release of the pressure.
  9. 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!

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Quick Keto Chili Recipe Made in the Pressure Cooker

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 20 minutes mins

Servings 8 servings

Calories 78

Ingredients

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

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 78 | Carbohydrates: 12.7g | Protein: 5.6g | Fat: 3.2g | Fiber: 4.3g | Sugar: 2g

Nutrition facts are provided as a courtesy.

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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:

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

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FAQs

What is the secret to really good chili? ›

Elevate with Extra Flavor

Elevate your chili recipe by adding an extra layer of flavor. Cocoa powder, bacon, cinnamon, ground coffee and tomato paste will all add a rich sweet & salty flavors that are sure to surprise and delight.

What secret ingredient will deepen the flavor of your chili? ›

A cup of strong, brewed coffee will work wonders for your pot of chili, imparting a deep, roasted flavor that will make the chili taste like it simmered away all day long. For maximum flavor, reduce the coffee along with a blend of tomato paste, aromatic veggies and spices like we do in our Spicy Vegetarian Chili.

What is a low carb substitute for beans in chili? ›

Adding up to 2 cups of soy is an excellent alternative and great low carb option – Tofu, edamame, whole soybeans or texturized vegetable protein. Replace beans with up to 1 cup cooked grains for a really good substitute – Quinoa, white rice, brown rice, barley or farro.

Can I eat canned chili on keto? ›

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.

What adds the most flavor to chili? ›

If you want more of a smoky flavor, add cumin, Spanish paprika, ancho chili powder, or a combination. If you are looking for more heat, add cayenne, crushed red pepper, or Hungarian paprika. If it's too spicy add a little brown sugar and some sweet paprika.

What is the most important spice in chili? ›

Most Common Chili Spices. Cumin, Chile Powders, and Paprika are the most common spices in chili followed by garlic, onion, coriander, Mexican oregano, and bay leaves. These ingredients can be combined to create a savory and well-balanced pot of top notch comfort food.

How do you make homemade chili taste better? ›

How to Give Chili a Flavor Boost
  1. Add something acidic. ...
  2. Try to identify what about your chili is boring. ...
  3. Add tomato paste. ...
  4. Drop in some chocolate. ...
  5. Embrace pickling liquid. ...
  6. Stir in some molasses.

What does cinnamon do for chili? ›

Much like adding chili powder and other common chili spices, cinnamon is a super versatile spice that adds warmth without the heat to Firecracker chili.

What liquid is best for chili? ›

Chili cooks low and slow, so you need enough liquid to tenderize the meat and keep everything from drying out. That liquid should also add flavor to the chili, so use chicken, beef, or vegetable stock, or beer.

How do you thicken chili without carbs? ›

Top 5 keto thickener substitutes
  1. Xanthan gum. Used for baking or thickening soups or sauces, xanthan gum has zero net carbs. ...
  2. Guar gum. A plant fiber from the seed of the guar plant, guar gum has zero net carbs. ...
  3. Glucomannan (konjac): ...
  4. Agar agar. ...
  5. Gelatin.

Why are there no beans in keto? ›

Beans are linked to health benefits, including a lower risk of chronic diseases such as obesity, cardiovascular issues, and type 2 diabetes. However, beans aren't the best choice for a strict keto diet because of their carbohydrate content. You could include them in small amounts or when keto cycling.

Which beans are keto? ›

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.

How do you thicken chili on keto? ›

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.

Is sour cream keto? ›

Regular, full fat sour cream is made from cream and contains far more fat than carbs. Therefore, it's considered keto-friendly. However, low fat or nonfat sour cream is not. Full fat sour cream can provide some variety in a keto diet when used as a dip base or incorporated into recipes to boost the fat content.

Which beans have the lowest carbohydrates? ›

Highest and Lowest Carb Beans

Among these, black soybeans and green beans have the lowest carbs, potentially making them better for a keto diet. On the other hand, chickpeas, pinto beans, and navy beans have high carbs. You might want to avoid these if you're strictly following a keto diet.

What makes the best chili meat? ›

You can really use any meat for chili, but here are the cuts that are most popular for classic chili:
  • Ground beef (80/20) ...
  • Ground sirloin (90/10) ...
  • Brisket. ...
  • Short ribs. ...
  • Tri-tip sirloin. ...
  • Work with your butcher to get multiple textures. ...
  • Use multiple animals to add depth. ...
  • Go for grass-fed and grass-finished beef.
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Why would you put vinegar in chili? ›

With only about 1 tablespoon per pot added toward the end of the cooking process, the vinegar will make the flavors more vibrant without overwhelming the dish with its biting tang. Through just a splash, everything becomes a little brighter, and the chili's flavors are more balanced.

How does Martha Stewart make chili? ›

Add chili powder, cocoa, and tomato paste; cook until fragrant, about 2 minutes more. Add tomatoes, broth, and cooked beef. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, partially covered, until thickened slightly, 25 to 30 minutes. Season with salt and pepper; serve with sour cream and chives.

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