Keto Chili Con Carne with Bacon

Savory, smoky, and with just the right amount of heat, this Keto Chili Con Carne with Bacon is a hearty dish that will satisfy your cravings without compromising your dietary goals. Packed with rich flavors from a variety of spices, the added bacon gives it an irresistible smokiness that will have everyone asking for seconds.

Course Dinner

Cuisine American, Mexican

Keyword Keto Bacon Chili, Keto Chili Con Carne, Low Carb Chili

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 1

Total Time 1 15

Servings people

Calories 320kcal

Equipment

Large skillet
Spatula
Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients

1 pound ground beef
6 slices bacon chopped
1 medium onion diced
3 cloves garlic minced
1 bell pepper diced
1 can diced tomatoes no added sugar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beef broth
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Instructions

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the chopped bacon. Cook until the bacon is crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
To the same skillet, add the ground beef, breaking it apart with a spatula. Cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Drain any excess fat if desired.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef. Cook until the onions are translucent, about 3 minutes.
Stir in the diced bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
Pour in the diced tomatoes and tomato paste, mixing well.
Add the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Season the chili with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, and dried oregano. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
Allow the chili to simmer on low heat for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally. If the chili becomes too thick, add a little more beef broth to reach your desired consistency.
A few minutes before serving, stir the cooked bacon into the chili.
Serve hot with your favorite keto-friendly toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or sliced avocado.

Notes

For a thicker chili, you can add a keto-friendly thickener like xanthan gum (start with 1/4 teaspoon and adjust as needed).

This chili can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Adjust the level of heat to your preference by increasing or decreasing the amount of cayenne pepper.

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