Squirrel's Beanless Chili

"Squirrel's Beanless Chili" is your go-to recipe for a hearty, satisfying meal that skips the beans but packs in bold, smoky flavors. Perfect for low-carb or keto diets, this chili features a rich blend of ground beef and pork, simmered with vibrant spices like chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin, and complemented by fresh aromatics including onion, garlic, and green bell pepper. A base of crushed tomatoes and beef broth ensures a velvety texture, while optional jalapeños add a customizable kick. Easy to prepare in under two hours, this chili is an ultimate crowd-pleaser, ideal for game day or family dinners. Serve it piping hot with fresh cilantro and toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or diced avocado for a comforting dish everyone will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:105 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground beef
• 1 pound Ground pork
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 large Onion, diced
• 1 medium Green bell pepper, diced
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 2 tablespoons Chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Oregano, dried
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 medium Jalapeño, diced (optional for extra heat)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 0 Shredded cheese, sour cream, or diced avocado (optional toppings)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and jalapeño (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ground beef and ground pork to the pot. Cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 5

Stir in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Cook the spices with the meat for 1-2 minutes to bloom the flavors.

Step 6

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth to the pot. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Uncover the pot and continue to simmer for another 20-30 minutes to thicken the chili to your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt or spices to your preference.

Step 10

Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and any optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or diced avocado.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1873.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2980.3

Total Fat 214.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 739.3mg	0%
Sodium 5231.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.0g	0%
Total Sugars 14.4g
Protein 212.9g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 562.2mg	0%
Iron 21.1mg	0%
Potassium 2648.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.8%

Protein: 28.5%

Carbs: 6.7%