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The Best Easy Homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe

The Best Easy Homemade Chili Seasoning Recipe

A quick, balanced chili spice blend made with everyday pantry ingredients. This recipe yields approximately 5 tablespoons, enough for one large batch of chili.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chili Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons Chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon Ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper, optional

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Measure the chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne into a small bowl.
  2. Whisk or stir thoroughly until every spice is evenly distributed and no clumps remain.
  3. Use the seasoning immediately, or transfer it to an airtight jar and label it with the date.
  4. For a typical pot of chili, add about 3 to 5 tablespoons, depending on the amount of chili and your preferred intensity.
  5. Stir the blend into browned meat, sautéed vegetables, tomatoes, broth, or beans, then simmer the chili for 20 to 30 minutes or longer so the spices fully flavor the dish.

Notes

For deeper flavor, briefly bloom the seasoning in the pot with cooked meat and aromatics before adding liquid. Store the dry blend in an airtight container in a cool, dark cupboard and use it within about 6 months for the best flavor.