Use this easy Homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe mix to make your own outrageous homemade chili! It’s loaded with tantalizing flavor, and is the secret to that classic 5-star chili you LOVE!
Then be sure to make up some Homemade Taco Seasoning for your spice cabinet, too!
Homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe
Wondering what spices to put in chili? Well… here you go!
This irresistible Homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe is easy to make and packed with so much rich, savory flavor!
No need to rely on store bought chili seasoning when you can make another epic Homemade Seasoning Recipe right at home!
Plus, when you know the spices to put in chili, you’ll never want to buy those chili seasoning packets again.
With this seasoning, you can also rest easy knowing there are no fillers and no mystery ingredients you can’t pronounce. Just real, flavor-packed ingredients you’ll love!
Trust me… you’ll gain so much peace of mind making your own seasonings at home.
It’s also crazy easy to customize. For instance, you can adjust the heat level with just one simple change!
So do yourself a huge favor and make some for now, then mix up some extra Homemade Chili Seasoning Mix to have on hand for later!
Easy Homemade DIY Mix Recipes are such a brilliant way to stock your pantry!
You can give this chili seasoning as a fun little Gift in a Jar for your foodie friends!
So if you’re wondering what spices to use in chili… all you’ll need are these 9 ingredients you probably already have on hand…
Homemade Chili Seasoning Ingredients
You’ll just need a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Chili Seasoning Mix!
First check in your cupboards and pantry, then add these ingredients to your next grocery list…
- Cumin
- Mustard Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Black Pepper
- Cayenne Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Dried Basil Leaves – try this tip for How To Dry Fresh Basil
- Salt
Save money when you buy Bulk Spices from Sam’s Club or Costco.
That’s it. Just 9 simple ingredients are all you’ll need to make this dreamy chili seasoning mix.
How To Make Homemade Chili Seasoning
It’s so much easier to make your own homemade chili seasoning than you think!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Measure out all ingredients, and place in small bowl.
2. Whisk together until well combined.
3. Transfer to an old spice jar or mini mason jar, and you’re done.
That’s it!
See… I told you this was going to be EASY!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
How Do You Make Chili Seasoning Less Spicy or More Spicy?
Mild Fajita Seasoning: Leave out the Cayenne Pepper.
Medium Fajita Seasoning: Make this just as is.
Hot and Spicy Fajita Seasoning: Increase the Cayenne Pepper to 3/4 teaspoon.
How To Use Homemade Chili Seasoning Mix
There are so many tasty ways to use this homemade chili seasoning.
Here are two award winning recipes to get you started…
Homemade Chili Seasoning Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about this Homemade Chili Seasoning Mix…
Serene writes: “I always make it like this, SO good!”
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Maria writes: “It’s really not that hard to make and it’s so worth it for the extra flavor.”
Tara writes: “Love this!”
Abigail writes: “Homemade is best! And you know what’s in it.”
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Homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 tsp. Cumin
- 1/2 tsp. Ground Mustard Powder
- 1 tsp. Garlic Powder
- 1 1/2 Tbsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp. Cayenne Pepper
- 1 Tbsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp. Dried Basil Leaves
- 1/2 tsp. Salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a small mixing bowl and stir until well combined.
- Store in air tight container.
- When ready to make chili, add entire contents of chili seasoning mix to 1.5 pounds browned ground Beef, 2 cans Dark Red Kidney Beans (rinsed and drained), 2 cans Tomato Sauce, 4 oz. can Green Chilies, 2 cans Ro-tel.
- Cook chili on Medium Heat in large pot or Dutch Oven until heated thoroughly, stirring occasionally.
Notes
- For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
- Follow The Frugal Girls on Pinterest for more Easy Recipes!
Like this recipe? Rate & comment below!More Homemade Seasonings and Spice Mixes
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Nothing beats the flavor of a seasoning mix… when you make your own!
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Never run out… and save some serious $$ moola at the same time. Use this tip for drying your own basil, then add it to your homemade chili seasoning!
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This Fajita Seasoning is so yummy and so so frugal!! Ever wonder why fajita seasoning is so expensive? So did I… and I could not think of one good reason! 😉
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You’re gonna fall in love with this Taco Seasoning! Yum!! So skip a trip to the store, and have some yummy fun making your own taco seasoning!
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I love knowing what I’m putting into my food and with this rub, that means a whole lot of yummy flavor.
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