High protein and low carb slow cooker chilli con carne

High protein and low carb slow cooker chilli con carne

This healthy high protein and low carb Slow Cooker Chilli con Carne recipe is one of our family favourite recipes.

It is SO GOOD! With 30g protein and only 15g carbs PLUS it is packed with iron, vitamins, antioxidants and an excellent source of fibre, and micronutrients like folate and magnesium; aids digestion and blood sugar control.

Slow Cooker Chilli con Carne

Serve: 4

Ingredients: 

  • 500g beef mince
  • 1/2 Onion, diced
  • 400g can - chopped tomatoes
  • 400g can - kidney beans, Drained and rinsed
  • 1 ½  tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup Beef stock 
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 ½  tsp Ground cumin
  • ½ tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 20g Dark chocolate
  • 1 red capsicum, diced

Method: 

Put all of the slow cooker ingredients except capsicum and chocolate into the slow cooker and cook for 5- 6 hours on high or 8 hours on low.

Add capsicum about 30 minutes before the end of cooking.

Add chocolate and stir to melt. Serve with rice. Garnish with coriander. 

Macros per serve

  • Calories 350
  • Protein 30g
  • Carbohydrates 15g
  • Fats 15g
  • Fibre 5g

Health Benefits  

Beef mince is high-quality protein source, rich in iron and vitamin B12 for energy and blood health.

Onion & garlic powder provide antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds; support immune health.

Chopped tomatoes & tomato paste packed with lycopene, a powerful antioxidant linked to heart and skin health.

Kidney beans an excellent source of fibre, plant-based protein, and micronutrients like folate and magnesium; aid digestion and blood sugar control.

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