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    Chili Seasoning Recipe

    Published: Jul 11, 2023 Modified: Aug 4, 2023 by Isabel Laessig

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    Say goodbye to store-bought seasoning packets: my homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe is way tastier and so easy to make with simple ingredients! This easy chili seasoning mix is loaded with a flavorful blend of herbs and spices that will elevate your bowl of chili every time.

    homemade chili made with chili seasoning
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    • Chili Spices
    • What spices go in chili?
    • Spices for Chili
    • Homemade Chili Seasoning
    • Chili Seasoning Tips
    • Storing Chili Seasoning
    • Chili Seasoning FAQs
    • Beef Seasoning Recipes
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    Chili Spices

    There is nothing more comforting than a warm bowl of homemade beef chili, especially after a long day. Chili was one of my favorite meals to come home to growing up, and I have fond memories of how it would make the house smell so strongly of all the delicious herbs and spices that go into the seasoning.

    Homemade chili is one of my favorite meals to make for my kids, too - and now my grandkids! It's the kind of recipe everyone has their secret to making "just right", and what could be more important than the chili seasoning?

    I know just how important it is to control the spice level of your chili - after all, I've been making it for my kids their whole lives! That's the best part about making homemade chili seasoning mix: you can customize it just how you like, and once you make your own at home, you won't go back to store-bought.

    My chili seasoning recipe is best suited for beef, turkey, or chicken chili, as well as vegan bean chili. Plus, in addition to adding this seasoning mix to chili, you can add chili seasoning to vegetables, fish, or meat before roasting or grilling, or even sprinkle some in pasta for extra flavor!

    big pot of beef chili next to a pan of cornbread

    What spices go in chili?

    The most common chili spices are cumin, chili powder, and for some, paprika. Generally, a chili spice mix will have a savory blend of herbs and seasonings to create a spice mix that will elevate all types of meat. This makes choices like garlic powder, oregano, and cayenne great for mixing into a batch of chili made with ground beef and tomato sauce.

    Spices for Chili

    • Garlic powder*
    • Dried oregano
    • Dried cumin
    • Chili powder
    • Ground black pepper
    • Cayenne pepper

    For my chili seasoning mix, I use a blend of the above spices. You can customize the heat levels by adjusting the amount of cayenne and chili powder used.

    *When I'm making the chili right then and there, I'll use minced garlic instead of garlic powder. Otherwise, you can use garlic powder so you can store the seasoning for later.

    If you want to use minced garlic instead of garlic powder, use 2 cloves.

    chili seasoning ingredients

    Homemade Chili Seasoning

    1. Combine all ingredients into one bowl and mix well.chili seasoning ingredients on a white plate
    2. Use it as a chili seasoning and enjoy!chili seasoning in a bowl of chili

    Chili Seasoning Tips

    • My chili seasoning mix is on the mild side of taste, but it can easily be adjusted based on your flavor preference.
    • If my chili powder is too spicy, you can eliminate or reduce the cayenne pepper in this recipe.
    • Try adding this chili seasoning to fish, vegetables, meat, or even mac and cheese!

    Storing Chili Seasoning

    Store my easy chili seasoning blend in an airtight container. Store in a cool, dry place, like the pantry or cabinet, for up to 8 months.

    I always double or even triple this chili seasoning blend since it has such a long shelf life and I use it all the time!

    Chili Seasoning FAQs

    What's the secret to a good chili?

    The secret to a good chili is all in the seasoning used! Adjust the spice levels and herbs used in your seasoning mix to find the perfect blend for your family's tastes. The trick is to season the meat after browning it, when it's in the pot with the other ingredients, so everything in the pot absorbs the flavor of the chili seasoning. You will make the best chili with this easy seasoning mix.

    Can you use chili seasoning on tacos?

    Chili seasoning is perfect for using with tacos. Use chili seasoning on tacos, chili, fish, and vegetables, or even sprinkle some on mac and cheese for extra flavor!

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    Chili Seasoning

    Say goodbye to store-bought seasoning packets: my homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe is way tastier, and so easy to make with a simple mix!
    Prep Time2 minutes mins
    Total Time2 minutes mins
    Course: Seasoning
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: chili seasoning, chili spices, homemade chili seasoning, spices for chili
    Servings: 3 Tablespoons
    Calories: 16kcal
    Author: Isabel Laessig

    Equipment

    • 1 small mixing bowl

    Ingredients

    • ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic powder or, use 2 cloves fresh minced garlic when cooking chili
    • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
    • 1 teaspoon dried cumin
    • 1 tablespoon chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

    See our Beef Temperature Chart for helpful tips on cooking any cut of beef!

    Instructions

    • Combine all ingredients into one bowl and mix well.
      ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic powder, 2 teaspoons dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried cumin, 1 tablespoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
      chili seasoning ingredients on a white plate
    • Use it as a chili seasoning and enjoy!
      chili seasoning in a bowl of chili

    Notes

    • My chili seasoning mix is on the mild side of taste, but it can easily be adjusted based on your flavor preference.
    • If my chili powder is too spicy, you can eliminate or reduce the cayenne pepper in this recipe.
    • Try adding this chili seasoning to fish, vegetables, meat, or even Mac and cheese!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Tablespoon | Calories: 16kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 46mg | Potassium: 95mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 962IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 1mg
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