If you are looking to add a little pizzazz to your chili, but don’t have a packet of seasoning, this homemade chili seasoning recipe is for you. It will help add big flavor to your next pot of chili, but is also great in a variety of other recipes as well.
When you hear the words “chili seasoning”, you probably think of a big pot of homemade chili. This spice mix does in fact make a tasty pot of chili.
It is also great with roasted sweet potatoes or even on roasted butternut squash. You can also try it in a variety of other Tex-Mex type recipes.
This recipe combines 6 common spices that you probably already have in your spice cabinet. So you probably don’t even need to go to the grocery store.
Use as much or as little as you would like in your next batch of chili. It all depends on your flavor preferences and how big of a pot you are making.
Carlee’s Tips and Tricks
This chili seasoning is mild to medium in spice. If you want a seasoning that’s on the spicier side, simply add more cayenne pepper to taste.
This recipe makes 6 tablespoons of chili seasoning mix. If you’d like to make more than that, simply click on the 2X button in the recipe card below.
The ingredient amounts in the recipe card will automatically update to accommodate the bigger recipe size. The mix will keep for several months, so you can make fabulous chili all fall and winter long.
If you have some older chili seasoning in your cabinet, it hasn’t gone bad. However, the seasonings will lose flavor over time.
So, it is best to use fresh seasonings to start with and make it a little bit at a time.
Make this mix your own. Add up to a teaspoon of any of the following: garlic powder, Mexican oregano, cocoa powder, sugar, or ground cinnamon.
Is chili powder the same thing as chili seasoning?
No. Chili powder is made with ground chilis and sometimes paprika, cumin, and/or Mexican Oregano. Chili seasoning is a combination of 6 spices used to give a nice rounded flavor to chili and other recipes that call for chili seasoning.
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Can I substitute chili seasoning for taco seasoning?
In a pinch, you can. Chili seasoning and taco seasoning do share similar flavors, though the spice mixes have different proportions. You can also make your own taco seasoning if your prefer.
How much chili seasoning should I use?
Most chili seasoning packets you’ll find at the grocery store are approximately 1 ounce. This equals 2 tablespoons of this homemade seasoning mix. So each batch equals about 3 standard pots of chili.
A simple homemade chili recipe
Brown 1 pound of ground beef in a small soup pot.
Add 2 cans of chili beans, 1 can of diced tomatoes, a small can of tomato sauce and 2 Tablespoons of your homemade chili seasoning.
Bring to a boil and then turn heat down to a simmer. Simmer for at least 30 minutes.
Or use this seasoning to make a batch of copycat Wendy’s chili.
Storage
Keep your chili seasoning in a jar with an airtight lid. Like other spices, it should be stored in a cool, dry, dark place, like your pantry or spice cabinet.
Homemade Chili Seasoning
Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a small dish or jar and mix well.
- Use immediately or store in a sealed container for up to 6 months.
Notes
- Use about 2 Tablespoons of your chili seasoning mix to equal 1 packet from the store.
- If you want more kick, include ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper or double the cayenne.
Be sure to smash up any clumps in your seasoning so it’s nice and smooth. - You can also add up to a teaspoon of any of the following: garlic powder, Mexican oregano, cocoa powder, cinnamon, or sugar.
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