Ground Beef and Bacon Carnivore Chili
A rich, hearty chili made with ground beef and smoky bacon simple, filling, and fully carnivore-approved.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef 80/20
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon chopped
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp butter or beef tallow
- 1 tsp salt adjust to taste
- ½ tsp black pepper optional
- ½ tsp smoked paprika optional
- ½ tsp garlic powder optional
- ½ tsp onion powder optional
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional
Instructions
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crisp. Remove and set aside, leaving the fat in the pot.
- Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
- Stir in the butter (or tallow), then pour in the beef broth.
- If using, add optional spices and stir well.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes until the chili thickens slightly.
- Season with salt and stir well.
- Serve hot, topped with crispy bacon pieces.
Notes
- For added flavor, use bone broth instead of regular beef broth.
- If you prefer a thicker chili, simmer longer to reduce the liquid.
- Optional spices can be added for a less strict carnivore version.