If you love making chili, tacos, or hearty soups, having a jar of
homemade chili seasoning
on hand is a total game-changer. Store-bought mixes are convenient, but they often come loaded with
salt, fillers, and preservatives
you just don’t need.
This bulk homemade version is clean, customizable, and budget-friendly — plus it’s free from
salt and crushed red pepper
, making it perfect for anyone with sensitivities. Those are optional and you can add them in to your liking! I find that for a bulk recipe, I like to leave them out so I can add salt and spiciness to specific recipes as I go.
Whats in Homemade Chili Seasoning?
This simple, flavorful mix includes:
- Chili powder
– the star of the show, adding warmth and color - Cumin
– gives that earthy, savory backbone - Smoked paprika
– adds a hint of smokiness without heat - Oregano
– for a mild herbal note - Black pepper
- Garlic powder
- Onion Powder
No salt. Just pure, clean spice that tastes incredible in everything from chili to taco meat, casseroles, and even roasted veggies.
Storage
Keep this blend in a
sealed glass jar
away from direct sunlight. It stays fresh for up to 6 months to a year, but once you start using it, it probably won’t last that long!
Try it in:
- Classic chili
- Taco meat
- Soups and stews
- Roasted potatoes or vegetables
- Marinades and dry rubs
Use Homemade Chili Seasoning in a few of my recipes:
Chili Meets Taco Night
Why Make Your Own Chili Seasoning?
If I were to replace this recipe with packets from the store, it would be about
$80
. There is usually about 1 tablespoon per packet. This recipe makes a little more than 2 cups which is about 32 tablespoons.
When you make your own blend,
you control the flavor.
No mystery ingredients, no extra sodium, and no running out mid-recipe. This mix brings that perfect balance of
warm spice, smokiness, and depth
that makes a pot of chili irresistible.
Making it in bulk means you’ll always have it ready — and it’s great for meal prepping, gifting, or even adding to your pantry staples lineup.
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Homemade Chili Seasoning: Bulk Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup chili powder
- 1/2 cup cumin
- 1/4 cup smoked paprika
- 3 Tablespoons oregano
- 1 Tablespoon black pepper
- 1 Tablespoon onion powder
- 1 Tablespoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients together well in a well sealed glass jar. Stir before each use. Will keep for 6 months to a year. I use 1 to 2 tablespoons per pound of meat, depending on spiciness and flavor desired.
