One-Pot Spicy Keto Chili with Ground Beef and Bell Peppers

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

A bold and hearty low-carb chili simmered with ground beef, bell peppers, and chili spices, perfect for a warming, protein-packed meal. This American-inspired keto recipe (low carb), ready in about 55 minutes, pairs olive oil, ground beef, red 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 5, 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

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb, 85% lean ground beef
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 1 medium, diced green bell pepper
• 1 medium, chopped yellow onion
• 4, minced garlic cloves
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 cups beef bone broth
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño pepper
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook for 6-7 minutes, breaking it apart, until browned and no longer pink.
2. Step 2: Add 1 medium chopped yellow onion, 1 medium diced red bell pepper, 1 medium diced green bell pepper, 4 minced garlic cloves, and 1 small minced jalapeño pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until vegetables soften and become fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes to toast the spices.
4. Step 4: Pour in 2 cups beef bone broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release browned bits. Bring to a simmer.
5. Step 5: Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 25 minutes until chili thickens and flavors meld.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Serve hot.