Whole30 Lean Beef Chili Con Carne

Warm up your dinner table with this hearty and flavorful Whole30 Lean Beef Chili Con Carne—a comforting, one-pot meal that's as nutritious as it is satisfying. Packed with 90% lean ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, and aromatic spices like cumin, chili powder, and paprika, this chili is Whole30-compliant, dairy-free, and gluten-free, making it perfect for a wholesome, clean-eating lifestyle. Simmered to perfection in a savory blend of no-salt-added diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth, this recipe achieves a rich depth of flavor without relying on sugar or artificial additives. Ready in just over an hour, this dish is ideal for cozy family dinners, meal prep sessions, or game-day celebrations. Top with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness, and enjoy a guilt-free, protein-packed bowl of pure comfort.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces diced tomatoes (no salt added)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth (Whole30 compliant)
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 bay leaves
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the lean ground beef and cook until browned, stirring occasionally to break up the meat. Remove the cooked beef from the pot and set aside.

Step 2

In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the diced onion and cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened.

Step 3

Add the diced red and green bell peppers to the pot. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the browned beef to the pot. Add the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, black pepper, and bay leaves. Stir everything together.

Step 7

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 45 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

After 45 minutes, taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Remove the bay leaves.

Step 9

Serve hot, garnished with freshly chopped cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2055.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1506.6

Total Fat 78.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 340.2mg	0%
Sodium 3955.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 29.1g	0%
Total Sugars 42.8g
Protein 108.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 428.1mg	0%
Iron 23.8mg	0%
Potassium 4330.3mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 28.9%

Carbs: 24.2%