Whole30 Chili
This Whole30 Chili delivers 18g protein and 181 calories per serving—a lean option for hitting macros without excess calories. Quick-preps 6 servings on the stovetop, making it ideal for batch cooking between training days. Built for lifters cutting weight while maintaining protein intake without sacrificing satiety.
Ingredients
- •Ghee (clarified butter)(8g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •90/10 Ground Beef(454g)
- •Yellow Onion
- •1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Oregano, Dried(15g)
- •Chili powder(15g)
- •Cumin, Ground(10g)
- •Chipotle seasoning blend(8g)
- •Garlic powder(8g)
- •Cinnamon, Ground(3g)
- •Low Sodium Chicken Broth(720g)
- •Sweet Potato, Baked, Flesh Only
Any sweet potato works. Medium = ~130g. Microwave 5-6 min to speed prep.
- •Bell Pepper
- •Bell Pepper
- •Pumpkin Puree, Canned
- •Canned Diced Tomatoes
- •JalapeñO Pepper
Instructions
- 1Heat a large Dutch oven or similar large, sturdy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the ghee or oil. When it is hot, add the meat, onion, salt, and pepper. Cook, breaking apart and browning the meat, until the it is no longer pink and the onion is beginning to soften, about 7 minutes. If it seems very greasy, drain it off (the amount of fat that cooks off will depend upon the meat you use).
- 2Add the oregano, chili powder, cumin, chipotle chili powder, garlic powder, and cinnamon. Stir to evenly coat the meat and vegetables with the spices. Cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- 3Splash in about 1/2 cup of the broth and run a wooden spoon or rubber spatula along the bottom of the pot to scrape up any brown bits (this is flavor!). Add the next 1 1/2 cups broth, sweet potato, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, pumpkin and diced tomatoes and stir to evenly combine.
- 4Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Use a lid to cover the pot part way. Continue to simmer until the chili is thickened and the sweet potatoes have softened, stirring it periodically to prevent it from sticking, about 20 to 30 additional minutes. If the chili isn't becoming as thick as you like, let it simmer for 5 to 10 minutes without the lid. If the chili seems too thick, stir in additional broth to reach your desired consistency (chili thickness is completely personal preference. We like ours fairly thick, and the chili will thicken further as it cools too). Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve hot with desired toppings.
Nutrition — Per Serving
181
calories
18g
protein
10g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 6g
- Saturated fat
- 3.9g
- Sodium
- 302 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 2.8g
6 servings per batch · ~207g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Whole30 Chili have per serving?
Each serving contains 18g of protein with only 181 calories, making it a lean protein option for macro tracking. The macro split is 10g fat and 6g carbs per serving.
How long does Whole30 Chili take to prep?
This recipe qualifies as quick prep and yields 6 servings, so you can batch multiple portions on the stovetop in minimal time. It's efficient for meal prep days when you need high-protein portions without a time commitment.
Is Whole30 Chili good for fat loss?
At only 181 calories per serving with 18g protein, this is an excellent choice for fat loss phases where you're managing calorie intake while preserving muscle. The high protein-to-calorie ratio makes it filling despite the low calorie count.
