• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer

The Healing Spoon

Surviving the journey

  • Home
  • My Story
  • Recipes
  • Resources
    • Free Resource Library
  • Contact

Instant Pot Keto Chili

October 19, 2017 by yvonne 29 Comments

Jump to Recipe Print Recipe

#lowcarb #keto chili

Instant Pot Keto Chili

As the weather gets cooler and football is in full swing, one of the favorite dishes around my house is chili. My husband loves the hearty, meaty goodness of a big bowl of chili. Every time I make a big pot of chili, it is gone in a blink of an eye. It used to take hours on the stove to develop all the thick rich flavors, but now with my new favorite kitchen appliance: the Instant Pot, it has become so easy and convenient.

#lowcarb #keto chili

How to make Instant Pot Keto Chili

Having an Instant Pot is one of the best investments you can make if you are anything like me and prefer to make your food from scratch. It cuts down on cooking time, gives fantastic results and locks in nutrition and flavors. No longer do you have to simmer your chili or stew for hours. Just pop your ingredients into the Instant Pot, use the saute feature and pressure cook to give your dish that ” I slaved for hours over a hot stove” taste! However, if you do not have one of these amazing gadgets, I have also included regular stove top instructions at the end of this post.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 3 pounds ground beef ( grass fed and finished is preferable )
  • 1 tablespoon bacon grease ( you can use avocado oil or lard, but ohhh the flavor of bacon grease )
  • 1 – 4 oz. can of green chiles
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground chipotle ( add more if you like heat )
  • 1 tablespoon Himalayan sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 – 6oz. can tomato paste
  • 2 cups bone broth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 1/2 teaspoon xantham gum

#lowcarb #keto chili

 

Instant Pot Directions

  • Place bacon grease into Instant Pot liner with diced onion and ground beef.
  • Saute for approximately 8-10 minutes until beef is browned.
  • Add salt, pepper, paprika, cumin and chipotle and mix into the beef mixture.
  • Turn the Instant Pot off.
  • Add green chiles, tomato paste and bone broth to the mixture.
  • Put on the lid making sure the valve is set to sealing.
  • Cook on manual setting/ high pressure for 25 minutes.
  • Quick release once the unit is finished and remove lid.
  • Turn on saute function and add in the apple cider vinegar and coconut aminos.
  • Gradually add in the xantham gum slowly while stirring making sure it does not clump until chili thickens.
  • Enjoy!

#lowcarb #keto chili-1-3

 

Stove Top Directions

  • Place bacon grease into a large pot with diced onion and ground beef.
  • Cook on medium heat for approximately 8-10 minutes until beef is browned.
  • Add salt, pepper, paprika, cumin and chipotle and mix into the beef mixture and cook an additional few minutes until spices are well incorporated.
  • Add green chiles, tomato paste and bone broth to the mixture.
  • Stir well and bring to a simmer.
  • Simmer covered on low heat for 4 hours giving the flavors a chance to develop.
  • Add in the apple cider vinegar and coconut aminos.
  • Gradually add in the xantham gum slowly while stirring making sure it does not clump until chili thickens.
  • Enjoy!

#lowcarb #keto chili

How to make a Chili Bar for your next party

One of the great things about a big pot of chili is that it is so versatile and perfect for parties and large gatherings. I like to do a big buffet table with all the toppings so that everyone can customize their meal. I also like to provide some non keto offerings so that there is something for everyone.

Toppings

  • shredded cheese
  • diced avocado or guacamole
  • sour cream
  • onions
  • salsa
  • shredded lettuce
  • sliced olives
  • crushed tortilla chips (non keto)
  • sliced jalepenos
  • chopped cilantro
  • green onion
  • crumbled bacon

Other Dishes to Serve in the Chili Bar

  • baked potatoes ( non keto)
  • truffled egg salad
  • green salad
  • pork rinds and tortilla chips (non keto) to make nachos
  • low carb bacon and cheese cornbread from Ketogenic Kitchen

More Dishes You Would Like

Italian Sub SaladKetogenic Buffalo Chicken Wings/The Healing SpoonMini Ketogenic Strawberry Cheesecakes

  • Baked Buffalo Chicken Wings
  • Italian Sub Salad
  • Mini Cheesecakes
  • Loaded Cauliflower Mash

 

Instant Pot #keto chili
Print
Instant Pot Keto Chili
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
30 mins
Total Time
40 mins
 
Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Servings: 10 1 cup servings
Calories: 399 kcal
Author: yvonne
Ingredients
  • 1/2 onion diced
  • 3 pounds ground beef grass fed if possible
  • 1 tablespoon bacon grease
  • 1 can green chiles 4 oz
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon ground chipotle you can add more if you like heat
  • 1 tablespoon Himalayan sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 can tomato paste 6 oz
  • 2 cups bone broth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons coconut aminos
  • 1/2 teaspoon xantham gum
Instructions
  1. Place bacon grease into Instant Pot liner with diced onion and ground beef
  2. Saute for approximately 8-10 minutes until beef is browned
  3. Add salt, pepper, paprika, cumin and chipotle and mix into the beef mixture
  4. Turn the Instant Pot off
  5. Add green chiles, tomato paste and bone broth to the mixture
  6. Put on the lid making sure the valve is set to sealing.
  7. Cook on manual setting/ high pressure for 25 minutes
  8. Quick release once the unit is finished and remove lid
  9. Turn on saute function and add in the apple cider vinegar and coconut aminos
  10. Gradually add in the xantham gum slowly while stirring making sure it does not clump until chili thickens
  11. Enjoy
Nutrition Facts
Instant Pot Keto Chili
Amount Per Serving
Calories 399 Calories from Fat 252
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 28g 43%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 97mg 32%
Sodium 1140mg 48%
Potassium 592mg 17%
Total Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Sugars 3g
Protein 26g 52%
Vitamin A 20.8%
Vitamin C 9.4%
Calcium 3.8%
Iron 19.7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Filed Under: Dairy free Keto, Food, Gluten-Free, Instant Pot, Ketogenic, Paleo

« Healthy Truffled Egg Salad
Roasted Brussels Sprouts »

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Jennifer

    December 31, 2017 at 1:00 am

    I’ve been hearing so many good things about the Instant Pot recently…I’m thinking I need to make the leap and buy it! Your chili looks fabulous!

    Reply
    • yvonne

      December 31, 2017 at 1:12 am

      Thanks Jennifer! I would definitely recommend getting an Instant Pot. It has saved me many hours in the kitchen.

      Reply
  2. Nicole

    December 31, 2017 at 1:39 am

    Those Instant Pots sure seem to make life a lot easier. I still haven’t purchased one, but everyone has me convinced, This chili looks hearty and delicious. Perfect for a wintery evening like today.

    Reply
  3. Alecia

    December 31, 2017 at 1:55 pm

    We’re going to pick up an instant pot today! It’s a belated Christmas gift and I can’t wait to have chili in 25 minutes!

    Reply
  4. Karyl | Karyl's Kulinary Krusade

    December 31, 2017 at 3:24 pm

    I love chili too! I haven’t joined the Instant Pot train yet…that would be just one more appliance to keep track of šŸ™‚ But I do love using my slow cooker, and this recipe would work great for that too.

    Reply
  5. Tiffany Alexandria

    December 31, 2017 at 7:45 pm

    I’ve just tried making chili the other night and I loved it. It wasn’t perfect tho, something wasn’t right about the proportion of things, so i’ll have to try again using your recipe!! šŸ™‚

    Reply
  6. Asia

    December 31, 2017 at 8:29 pm

    My bf would love this dish. I have to make it for him. Thank you very much for sharing!

    Reply
  7. Alisa Infanti

    January 1, 2018 at 2:55 pm

    I still am not sure what an Instapot is but this recipe looks so good I think it is time I figure it out and maybe pick one up. I really like the idea of adding bacon grease to the chili for some added flavour.

    Reply
  8. Yang

    January 8, 2018 at 4:23 pm

    Haha, bacon grease makes everything taste better! We had -30 degrees over the weekend, so need this chili to warm up!

    Reply
  9. Tessa@tessadomesticdiva.com

    January 8, 2018 at 6:13 pm

    Oh yes..the flavor of bacon grease is not one easily replaced!!! Love this chili, and love that it is keto!! yay for Instant Pots…I ADORE mine!

    Reply
  10. linda spiker

    January 8, 2018 at 7:54 pm

    Beautiful recipe! Love that it’s keto too!

    Reply
  11. Jean

    January 8, 2018 at 10:17 pm

    Such a great recipe! I love a good chili and I’m loving all the spices you used.

    Reply
  12. Megan Stevens

    January 8, 2018 at 10:30 pm

    Yeess!! Love all those gorgeous spices and delicious meat! Will be making this!, with toppings; yum!

    Reply
  13. Renee Kohley

    January 8, 2018 at 11:52 pm

    I make my chili with bacon grease too! It totally makes the meal! This looks lovely – love all those green chilies – my fav!

    Reply
  14. Lindsey Dietz

    January 9, 2018 at 3:51 pm

    This is EXACTLY the sort of chili recipe I need!

    Reply
  15. Joni Gomes

    January 9, 2018 at 5:28 pm

    Looks beyond delicious! Must try ASAP!

    Reply
  16. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish

    January 9, 2018 at 8:19 pm

    So yummy and perfect this time of the year. I love that you made it in the Instant Pot, it’s such an amazing kitchen tool.

    Reply
  17. Katie Mae @ Nourishing Simplicity

    January 12, 2018 at 5:11 am

    It’s amazing the flavors you can create with the Instant Pot! I’ve been contemplating going keto for a bit to sort out some health issues. This would be a tasty recipe to keep on hand.

    Reply
  18. Monique

    January 12, 2018 at 6:47 am

    Chilli is such a good comfort food, I love a big bowl especially if there’s some grated cheese involved!

    Reply
  19. Leslie

    January 13, 2018 at 3:01 pm

    Bacon grease for the win! Looks delicious and I’m a huge fan of a chili bar at parties! People love to top their bowls with all the fun ingredients.

    Reply
  20. Tatiana

    January 14, 2018 at 11:15 pm

    Perfect chilli for a weather like here, in Northern California , foggy, rainy and grey!

    Reply
  21. Katie Mae @ Nourishing Simplicity

    January 15, 2018 at 4:25 am

    I may be going keto for awhile in the near future, so I will have to keep this in mind. It looks so good!!

    Reply
  22. Tabitha Piercefield

    January 23, 2018 at 11:07 pm

    Made this for dinner tonight in my Instant Pot-it was delicious!
    I’m the only one Keto in the house so after it was done, I separated some out and added beans for my husband and teen boys. They loved it too! I love that I can make this for everyone and have a great Keto lunch the next day!
    Thanks for the recipe.

    Reply
    • yvonne

      January 24, 2018 at 12:07 am

      Tabitha I am so glad that you guys enjoyed it and your idea to adapt it for the rest of the family is ingenious! I will have to do that for my teenage boys too!

      Reply
  23. Corey

    January 28, 2018 at 5:00 am

    What can I use instead of xanthum gum?

    Reply
    • yvonne

      January 29, 2018 at 11:50 pm

      You can omit the xanthum gum if you like. It’s only used as a thickener.

      Reply
  24. Jackie

    February 19, 2018 at 7:25 pm

    Do you have the macros for this?

    Reply
    • yvonne

      February 20, 2018 at 9:36 pm

      I’m sorry Jackie I don’t but I am working on getting the macros put on my recipes as soon as I can figure out the tech.

      Reply
  25. Trae

    March 15, 2018 at 11:48 pm

    I figured I’d stop in at comment that I would love to try this but won’t be using this recipe as it doesn’t have the nutrition facts. That’s one of the biggest things people look for so when you post a keto recipe without it’s hard to take it seriously. I could look it up by each ingredient but there’s a reason I googled “Keto chili”.

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Primary Sidebar

About Me

The Healing Spoon is a lifestyle blog focused on health and quality of life through a ketogenic diet. As a Stage 4 cancer patient, I explore the worlds of food, nutrition, and wellness. Come join me on my journey!

Let’s Connect!

  • Bloglovin
  • Facebook
  • Google+
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • Twitter

Featured Posts

Ketogenic Buffalo Chicken Wings/The Healing Spoon

Ketogenic Buffalo Chicken Wings

dairy free keto slider buns

Best Dairy Free Ketogenic Slider Buns

Bulletproof Coffee Drops

Bulletproof Coffee Pods

#lowcarb #keto chili

Instant Pot Keto Chili

easy crab and avocado salad

Easy Avocado and Crab Salad

coconut panna cotta

Coconut Panna Cotta

Affiliate Disclosure

Some links in my posts are affiliate links, which means if you click on a link and make a purchase, I may receive a commission but your price will not change. All the products that I link to are ones that I use personally and believe to be beneficial for optimum health and wellness.

The Healing Spoon is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com .

Footer

Disclaimer

The information included on this site is for educational purposes only. It is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. The reader should always consult his or her healthcare provider to determine the appropriateness of the information for their own situation or if they have any questions regarding a medical condition or treatment plan.

Copyright © 2018 · Foodie Pro & The Genesis Framework