Spicy Beef & Mushroom Keto Chili

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

A hearty, low-carb chili packed with ground beef, mushrooms, and a kick of cayenne for satisfying keto comfort food. This American-inspired keto recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs ground beef, mushrooms, diced tomatoes 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
• 8 oz, finely chopped mushrooms
• 1 (14 oz) can, no-salt-added diced tomatoes
• 1/2 cup diced green chiles
• 1 1/2 tsp chili powder
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 cup low-sodium beef broth
• 2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 1 lb ground beef and cook, breaking into crumbles, for 6-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Stir in 8 oz finely chopped mushrooms and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add 1 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, and 1/4 tsp cayenne; cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Pour in 1 can diced tomatoes (undrained) and 1 cup low-sodium beef broth. Bring to a simmer and cook uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1/2 cup diced green chiles and simmer for 5 more minutes. Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Serve hot.