Keto Beef & Chile Pepper Slow Cooker Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

A robust, low-carb chili simmered to perfection with aromatic spices and tender beef, ready to serve without constant attention. This American-inspired slow-cooker recipe (keto), ready in about 375 minutes, pairs Ground beef, Diced onion, Diced green bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a low-carb week and pairs well with cauliflower rice or roasted green vegetables. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef
• 1 medium Diced onion
• 1 medium Diced green bell pepper
• 1 Diced jalapeño
• 3 cloves Minced garlic
• 14 oz Canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tbsp Tomato paste
• 1 cup Beef broth
• 1 tbsp Chili powder
• 1 tsp Cumin
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, diced onion, green bell pepper, and jalapeño; cook for 5-7 minutes until beef is browned and vegetables are tender, breaking up beef with a spoon.
2. Step 2: Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then add tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly until it darkens slightly.
3. Step 3: Transfer mixture to slow cooker, add diced tomatoes (with juices), beef broth, chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika; stir until fully combined.
4. Step 4: Cover and cook on low for 6 hours, or until flavors meld and beef is fork-tender, stirring once halfway through.