Say hello to our Keto Chorizo Chili! This skillet dish combines chorizo, ground beef, and a blend of spices for a flavorful experience that fits perfectly into your keto lifestyle. It's so spicy, so easy, and oh so good that this may just become a weekly go-to for you! If you're looking for a delicious and low-carb meal option, it's time to don your apron and dive right in!
This Keto Chorizo Chili recipe is sponsored by our friends at Kiolbassa Smoked Meats! Thank you for supporting the brands that make CIK and our mission possible!
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- Preparation and cooking overview
- Chef's note
- 🌶 Ingredients for this keto chorizo chili recipe
- Ingredient substitutions
- Additional ingredients
- Cooking tools required
- Tools substitute options
- How to make Keto Chorizo Chili: step-by-step guide
- Cooking methods
- Preparation steps
- Cooking instructions
- What to serve with low carb chorizo chili?
- How to make it healthier
- Time-saving tips
- What can I prepare ahead of time?
- Storage and reheating instructions
- Storage tips
- Reheating best practices
- Recipe wrap-up conclusion
- Frequently asked questions
- 📖 Recipe
Preparation and cooking overview
Get ready for a simple and delicious chorizo chili! Just brown the chorizo and ground beef, sauté the vegetables, mix in the spices and other ingredients, and let it all simmer for 30 minutes. In less than an hour, you'll have a bowl of chili ready to be topped with your go-to garnishes.
Chef's note
Want to take your keto chorizo chili to the next level of deliciousness? Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce or a dash of smoked paprika to deepen the smoky notes. For a touch of tanginess, squeeze some fresh lime juice right before serving. And if you love spice, sprinkle some crushed red pepper flakes for an extra kick.
🌶 Ingredients for this keto chorizo chili recipe
Toppings
Ingredient substitutions
No need to stress if you don't have a particular ingredient or if something in this recipe isn't quite your flavor. We've got your back with some awesome keto-friendly ingredient swaps.
Additional ingredients
Craving an extra burst of flavor? Elevate your recipe with these additional ingredients that enhance the taste:
Cooking tools required
To make this beef and chorizo chili recipe, you will need the following tools:
Tools substitute options
How to make Keto Chorizo Chili: step-by-step guide
Cooking methods
Preparation steps
- Dice up the bell peppers and onions.
- Mince the garlic.
- Chop cilantro, slice jalapenos, and cut avocados.
Cooking instructions
- Remove the casing from the chorizo. Brown chorizo in a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer chorizo into a large bowl and set it aside.
- Add the ground beef to the pot and brown for 5-6 minutes, remove and place in the bowl with the chorizo.
- Add the butter to the pot along with the diced peppers and onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, add in the garlic and cook another minute.
- Add in the spices and cook, stirring, for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add the browned meat back to the pot along with the remaining ingredients. Reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
- To serve, top with your choice of toppings.
Chef's pro tip
When it comes to making this delicious keto chorizo and beef chili, don't rush the browning process. Take your time to brown both the chorizo and ground beef properly. Use medium-high heat and let them cook for about 5-6 minutes each. This step is about getting that beautiful caramelization, which boosts the flavor and gives the chili a rich and savory base. So, don't hurry through it; savor the process!
What to serve with low carb chorizo chili?
Elevate your chorizo chili by serving it alongside these food pairings:
How to make it healthier
Here are a couple of tweaks you can make to make the beef and chorizo chili recipe healthier:
Time-saving tips
What can I prepare ahead of time?
Storage and reheating instructions
Storage tips
Reheating best practices
Recipe wrap-up conclusion
Your taste buds are in for a real treat with this Keto Chorizo Chili. But remember, good things come to those who wait, so don't rush the browning and searing – let that magic happen. Each bite will have you doing a happy dance!
So, don't wait – grab your pots and pans and start cooking up some keto magic today! Your taste buds will thank you, and you'll have a new go-to recipe for cozy, low-carb comfort food. Happy cooking!
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📖 Recipe
Keto Chorizo Chili
Ingredients
- 1 12-oz package Kiolbassa Chorizo
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- ½ tablespoon cumin
- ½ tablespoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 28- oz can crushed tomatoes
- 14- oz can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef bone broth
- Salt to taste
Toppings:
- Sour cream
- Avocado
- Cilantro
- Diced onion
- Pickled jalapenos
Instructions
- Remove the casing from the chorizo. Brown chorizo in a 5-quart Dutch oven over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to transfer chorizo into a large bowl and set it aside.
- Add the ground beef to the pot and brown for 5-6 minutes, remove and place in the bowl with the chorizo.
- Add the butter to the pot along with the diced peppers and onions. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened, add in the garlic and cook another minute.
- Add in the spices and cook, stirring, for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add the browned meat back to the pot along with the remaining ingredients. Reduce the heat to a low simmer, cover, and cook for 30 minutes.
- To serve, top with your choice of toppings.
Sheryl says
I'm a chili-lover, and I was happy to find a recipe that would work for me on the keto diet. I've made this recipe four times, and each time it turned out perfectly and my whole family loved it. Even if I wasn't eating keto, this chili would be a staple dinner for us. It may be my favorite chili recipe ever, it's so good.
Deanna says
Hello! I REALLY want to try this recipe but I don’t have a Dutch oven. Do you think it would be possible in a crock pot? Or just a regular pot on the stove? Thanks in advance!
Cast Iron Keto says
Hi Deanna, yes, you can use any type of pot.
Carissa Renard says
Good but I think there’s way too much beef stock in this recipe; I used 3 cups and even after simmering 45 mins it was still pretty liquidy;
I’d recommend only using 2 cups