06/21/2026
Hearty Carnivore Chili
This rich, satisfying carnivore chili delivers all the comfort of traditional chili without the beans, tomatoes, or carbs. Loaded with ground beef, sausage, bacon, and savory seasonings, it's a perfect high-protein meal for carnivore and keto lifestyles.
Prep Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
Meat Base
2 lbs (900 g) ground beef (80/20)
1 lb (450 g) ground pork sausage
8 slices bacon, chopped
2 tbsp beef tallow or butter
Flavor Boosters
2 cups beef bone broth
1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce (optional for keto; omit for strict carnivore)
1 tsp salt, or to taste
½ tsp black pepper (optional)
1 tsp smoked paprika (optional for keto)
Optional Carnivore Toppings
Shredded cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Crispy bacon crumbles
Butter pats
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Bacon
In a large Dutch oven or heavy pot, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy.
Remove bacon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.
Step 2: Brown the Meat
Add beef tallow if needed.
Add ground beef and sausage.
Cook, breaking up the meat, until fully browned.
Drain excess grease only if desired.
Step 3: Build the Chili
Return bacon to the pot.
Pour in beef broth.
Add Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika if using.
Stir well.
Step 4: Simmer
Bring to a gentle boil.
Reduce heat to low.
Simmer uncovered for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally.
The broth will reduce and create a thick, hearty chili consistency.
Step 5: Serve
Ladle into bowls.
Top with cheese, sour cream, bacon, or butter if desired.
Serve hot.
Carnivore Variations
Extra Meaty Chili
Add:
½ lb shredded beef chuck
½ lb diced brisket
Creamy Carnivore Chili
Stir in:
4 oz cream cheese
½ cup heavy cream
Spicy Keto Version
Add:
Jalapeños
Cayenne pepper
Hot sauce