This Homemade Chili Seasoning recipe is perfect for those cold winter nights when you want a simple, satisfying meal. It’s made with pantry staples like chili powder, cumin, and oregano, and can be customized to your own tastes by adding more heat or additional spices. Use it to make classic beef chili or use it as a rub for grilled chicken for a great weeknight dinner.
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❤️ Why this recipe works
- This easy Homemade Chili Seasoning recipe has only a few simple ingredients but packs a lot of flavor. You can adjust it to fit your preferences by adding more heat or tweaking the spices, so you'll never get bored with it
- Plus, all the ingredients are pantry staples, so you probably already have them in your kitchen.
- It's much cheaper to make homemade seasonings than buy store-bought spice blends.
🥘Ingredients
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- chili powder
- ground cumin
- onion powder
- cayenne pepper
- salt
- black pepper
🥘 Equipment
🔪 Instructions
This is an overview of the recipe. The full instructions are below in the recipe card.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine all ingredients, chili powder, ground cumin, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, and mix well
- Use immediately or store in a sealed container for up to a year.
How to store, reheat, and freeze
- Store chili seasoning in an airtight covered container at room temperature for up to one year. Make sure to store it in a cool dark place.
💭 Expert Tips
Expert Tip: Be sure to smash up any clumps in your seasoning, so it’s nice and smooth.
📋 Frequently Asked Questions
No, chili powder is not the same as chili seasoning mix. Chili seasoning contains chili powder and other ingredients.
You can keep these seasonings in a cool dark place in a covered airtight container.
Chili seasoning is made up of chili powder, cumin, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
You should use 2 tablespoons of seasoning per pound of meat in your chili.
🧾 Variations
Do you want to change up this recipe? Here are some ways that you increase the flavor of this dish.
- If you prefer a lot of spice, add ½ teaspoon of crushed red pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Want a sweeter seasoning? Add a teaspoon of sugar.
- Add an extra Tablespoon of chili powder if you prefer a bold flavor.
- You'll want to taste this and adjust the seasonings to your preferences. Everyone likes it a little differently, so start from here and if you like it, fantastic; if not, tweak it just how you like it.
🥗 Serving Suggestions
Chipotle Chili could use 1 to 2 Tablespoons of this chili seasoning.
If you are looking for an easy recipe for this chili spice mix, look no further than this Instant Pot Turkey Chili. It's healthy, filling and so easy to make! It's great for busy nights.
Do you want to make something different with this chili seasoning? Use it as the seasoning on these Crispy Baked Chicken Leg Quarters; your family will rave about this simple meal.
Are you a fan of comfort food recipes? If so, this One Pot Chili Mac recipe is just what you are looking for?
🍽 Similar recipes
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Do you want to save money at the grocery store? Skip buying the expensive seasoning packets and make this Homemade Taco Seasoning at home instead. It's such a time and money saver.
Homemade Seasoning Salt is a favorite and I keep this on my spice rack and use it daily.
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Homemade Chili Seasoning
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Ingredients
- 3 Tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small mixing bowl, combine all ingredients, chili powder, ground cumin, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Use immediately or store in a covered airtight container for up to one year.
Notes
- If you prefer a lot of spice, add ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper to the seasoning mix.
- Want a sweeter seasoning, add a teaspoon of sugar.
- Add an extra Tablespoon of chili powder if you prefer a bold flavor.
- You’ll want to taste this and adjust the seasonings to your personal preferences. Everyone likes it just a little differently, so start from here and if you like it, awesome, if not, tweak it just how you like it.
- Be sure to smash up any clumps in your seasoning so it’s nice and smooth.
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