Skip the store-bought chili seasoning and make this Homemade Chili Seasoning instead at a fraction of the cost!

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Chili seasoning packets are convenient, but at $1 to $2 per packet, it’s so much cheaper to make your own. This recipe makes two packets worth for pennies on the dollar.

Ingredients Needed for Chili Seasoning Mix

Ingredient quantities for this easy homemade chili seasoning mix are located in the recipe card at the end of the post.

Chili powder
Ground cumin
Paprika
Salt
Dried oregano
Garlic powder
Black pepper
Cayenne pepper
Ground cinnamon (optional)

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How To Make Homemade Chili Seasoning

Add all ingredients to a jar or container with a lid. Shake to combine, then get started on your chili. 🥣

This recipe replaces two packets of storebought chili seasoning.

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This homemade seasoning recipe works great in all of these chili recipes. And don’t forget these other homemade soup recipes!

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Chili Seasoning

Skip the store-bought chili seasoning and make this Homemade Chili Seasoning instead at a fraction of the cost!

Servings

Course Seasoning

Cuisine American, Western

Keyword chili spices, homemade seasoning

Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Ingredients

2 tbsp chili powder
2 tsp ground cumin
2 tsp paprika
2 tsp salt
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a small storage jar or container. Place lid on jar and shake to combine.

Notes

Don’t like heat? Skip the cayenne.
Half of this recipe replaces one packet of chili seasoning.

Nutrition Estimates (Per Serving)

Nutrition Disclaimer

Nutrition Estimates are per serving and included as a courtesy only. They are accurate to the best of our knowledge based on the ingredients and brands used, but their accuracy is not guaranteed.