This post may contain affiliate links.For more information, please see our affiliate policy.The best secret ingredient for chili is Homemade Chili Seasoning, a blend of herbs and spices that takes ordinary ground beef and beans to the next level.

Skip the packet and the expensive little jar of McCormick chili seasoning.As long as you have a batch of homemade chili mix in the pantry, your favorite chili recipe will always be perfectly seasoned and delicious.Not too spicy, but wonderfully rich and hearty.

Once chili season comes, your biggest problem might be deciding what kind of chili to make first.This homemade blend of spices is a natural fit for beans, venison, ground beef, ground turkey, or shredded chicken.Make a big pot of mouthwatering chili for your next potluck or Sunday supper; it couldn’t be easier when you have your own custom seasoning.

Table of ContentsRecipe ingredientsIngredient notesInstructionsRecipe tips and variationsRecipe FAQsHomemade Chili Seasoning RecipeRecipe ingredients At a Glance: Here is a quick snapshot of what ingredients are in this recipe.Please see the recipe card below for specific quantities.Ingredient notes Chili powder: If you shop at an international food market and buy “chili powder,” sometimes this is just straight-up ground dried red chiles (cayenne pepper), not the Americanized chili powder blend you’re thinking of.

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