Chili Seasoning – an easy, classic chili seasoning recipe. Works in any chili recipe! Simple ingredients you most likely have on hand!
An Easy Homemade Chili Seasoning Mix
The wonderful aroma of chili simmering on the stove is a regular occurrence in our house, especially on cool Sunday afternoons! Perfect for having some friends over to watch football! And everyone will love this homemade chili seasoning. It really takes your chili to the next level and will make the house smell amazing!
Use in our favorite Classic Slow Cooker Chili recipe and serve with Cornbread and Seven Layer Salad!
What You Will Need
- chili powder – best to start with 2 tablespoons but feel free to adjust up to 4 tablespoons depending on how strong of a flavor you want.
- ground cumin – a classic, earthy flavor that is essential for chili.
- onion powder & garlic powder – a great combo for any homemade seasoning to provide some great flavor dimension.
- kosher salt & pepper – necessary for any seasoning!
How To Spice Up Chili Seasoning
The recipe below, as it is written, is pretty mild. If spice is your thing and you want to kick it up a notch you can increase the chili powder up to 4 tablespoons or even add a little cayenne pepper. Just make sure you taste test along the way so it doesn’t get too spicy for you.
Storing Chili Seasoning
This is the perfect seasoning for making 2-3 batches at a time so that you always have some on hand. You can store it in an airtight container in the pantry for up to 3 months. It will last longer than 3 months but some of the flavors might become a bit muted.
How Much Chili Can I Make With 1 Batch Of Seasoning?
The amount in 1 batch of the seasoning below would be good for a chili recipe that calls for 1/2 – 2 pounds of ground beef.
Favorite Chili Recipes For Using This Seasoning
There are SO many great chili recipes! You can really use this for any of them, but some of our favorites are definitely are our:
How To Make Homemade Chili Seasoning
Measure out the spices.
Mix together and toss in your favorite chili recipe! So easy!
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Chili Seasoning Recipe
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1/4 cup 1x
- Category: Seasoning
- Method: Counter Top
- Cuisine: American
Description
Chili Seasoning – an easy, classic chili seasoning recipe. Works in any chili recipe! Simple ingredients you most likely have on hand!
Ingredients
- 2–3 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a small bowl.
- Stir to combine.
- Use in your favorite chili recipe (we love this Creamy Pumpkin Chili, Vegan Pumpkin Chili and this Paleo Chili).
Notes
- Chili Powder: feel free to add up to 4 tablespoons of chili powder for a stronger flavor.
- Spice: if you want more spice feel free to increase the cumin and add a little cayenne pepper.
- Amount: this amount is great for a chili recipe that calls for 1/2 – 2 pounds of ground beef.
- Taste and Adjust: everyone is different so always taste and adjust after adding – feel free to add more chili powder or kosher salt, as needed.
Kathryn says
Tried this recipe turned out delicious I added a little Franks Hot Sauce. Thanks for the recipe.