27 Chili Recipes That Warm Up Any Night
Chili nights are the best nights, and these recipes show you why. They’re warm, filling, and full of flavors that never get old.
This lineup includes everything from tried-and-true classics to fun twists that keep things interesting. They’re recipes you’ll want to keep on repeat all year.
Slow Cooker Venison Chili
Chili con carne, often referred to as chili, is believed to have originated in the American Southwest, particularly in Texas, during the 19th century. This version embraces venison’s lean profile – contrasting with traditional recipes -creating a healthier alternative without sacrificing flavor.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Venison Chili.
Chili Bar
Spice up your next gathering with the ultimate comfort food station: a DIY chili bar. This fun and interactive party experience allows guests to customize their favorite bowl of hearty chili with various delicious toppings and sides.
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Chili For A Crowd {Beef & Chorizo}
This beef and chorizo chili makes enough chili for a crowd! Perfect for those cooler fall days to warm you up. Only 40 minutes hand on time!
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Pork And Beef Chili
Our Pork and Beef Chili is a twist on traditional beef chili, making it the perfect easy weeknight or game-day meal.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Frito Chili
Slow Cooker Chicken Frito Chili is an easy chicken crock pot chili recipe that’s made with healthy ingredients and requires almost no prep work.
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Turkey Pumpkin Chili
Turkey pumpkin chili is a flavorful chili that’s ready in 45 minutes. This hearty chili is full of healthy ingredients like pumpkin and beans
Get The Recipe: Turkey Pumpkin Chili.
The Best Vegetarian Chili (Slow-Cooker or Stovetop)
This is hands down The Best Vegetarian Chili we’ve ever devoured. Make it in a Crock Pot or on the stovetop – your choice! You won’t miss the meat with these big, bold flavors.
Get the Recipe: The Best Vegetarian Chili (Slow-Cooker or Stovetop).
Butternut Squash Chili
This chili is the perfect cozy meal. It is packed with nutritious vegetables, sweet and savory butternut squash, and nutrient-packed beans. It is also vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a great option to serve at holiday gatherings, get-togethers, and game days as an option for those with dietary restrictions.
Get the Recipe: Butternut Squash Chili.
Chili Cheese Pizza Recipe
Chili cheese pizza is my new favorite pizza! If you’ve never considered taking chili out of the bowl, start by making this pizza recipe. It’s unbelievably delicious! I admit I went into it with zero expectations and a whole lot of pessimism. But it worked, and oh man was it good!
Get the Recipe: Chili Cheese Pizza Recipe.
Leftover Turkey Chili
Utilize that leftover holiday turkey in a hearty chili! Made with a deeply delicious blend of spices, thick tomato broth, beans, and tender shredded turkey.
Get the Recipe: Leftover Turkey Chili.
Chili Cheese Dog Pizza
This recipe is totally just for fun! It was fun to make and even more fun to eat – the kids loved it. The homemade chili and pizza dough really make for the perfect Homemade meal on a Weeknight. Chili Cheese Dog Pizza is perfect to liven up an otherwise boring day, or to celebrate one of life’s small victories.
Get the Recipe: Chili Cheese Dog Pizza.
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
Cozy and comforting, Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is loaded with veggies, simple spices and bright fresh flavors! With just 15 minutes of prep time, your house will smell amazing as your crockpot does all the work!
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili.
Gluten-free Chili Mac (dairy-free & keto options)
This Gluten-free Chili Mac is a super-easy dinner that the whole family will love! It comes together in one pan and has a dairy-free option, too!
Get the Recipe: Gluten-free Chili Mac (dairy free & keto options).
Chili Cheese Fries
Chili Cheese Fries combine tasty fries, savory chili & creamy melted cheese in one fun entree or snack. Serve it for dinner or Game Day!
Get the Recipe: Chili Cheese Fries.
Best Easy Smoked Pork Green Chili Slow Cooker Recipe
Are you staying warm? Today, I’m sharing more recipes for that leftover pulled pork. I think this is my fifth pulled pork recipe, thanks to all those pork butts the Hubs smokes every four to six weeks. If you enjoy a good, easy, slow cooker soup or chili, check this smoked pork green chili slow cooker recipe. Pretty much, this smoked pork chili with salsa verde and beans is the slow cooker version of the stove top pork chili I published a few months ago (linked at the bottom of this post). You will love it!
Get the Recipe: Best Easy Smoked Pork Green Chili Slow Cooker Recipe.
Smoked Chili
This delectable smoked chili is sure to become your go-to comfort food. This isn’t just your ordinary bowl of chili; it’s a fusion of smoky goodness coupled with a rich, hearty base that captivates your taste buds. Perfect for any time of the year, it’s particularly comforting during colder months, wrapping you in a culinary hug of warmth and spiciness.
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Try My Popular Homemade Silly Chili Macaroni Recipe
Looking for an easy dinner recipe that children will love? Give this simple Silly Chili Macaroni a try! It’s a favorite of kids and adults alike, and it’s easy to customize! It’s also a perfect pantry, stockpile, or food storage meal.
Get the Recipe: Try My Popular Homemade Silly Chili Macaroni Recipe.
Beef Chili Recipe
This beef chili recipe is an all-time favorite dish that’s easy to make and won’t break the budget. This flavorful recipe is fantastic on its own with all of your favorite chili toppings or also on nachos and, of course, chili cheese hot dogs.
Get the Recipe: Beef Chili Recipe.
Slow Cooker Weight Watchers Turkey Chili
Slow Cooker Weight Watchers Turkey Chili is a delicious Weight Watchers turkey chili recipe that can be easily made in your slow cooker or on the stovetop. It’s a zero Weight Watchers points dish that the whole family will love! Suitable for gluten-free diets.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Weight Watchers Turkey Chili.
Crock Pot Chili Mac And Cheese
Cozy up to a bowl of Crock Pot Chili Mac and Cheese! This dish combines the best of both worlds: the comforting flavors of chili and the creamy indulgence of mac and cheese. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a laid-back weekend, this Chili Mac and Cheese recipe will become your go-to comfort food favorite.
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Easy Chili Burrito
Turn your leftover chili into a delicious and satisfying meal with this Chili Burrito recipe! Packed with the bold flavors of hearty chili, this easy-to-make burrito is a perfect solution for repurposing leftovers and creating a mouthwatering meal in every bite.
Get the Recipe: Easy Chili Burrito.
Steak ‘n Shake Copycat Chili-Mac Recipe
A real chili-mac is not just regular chili sitting on top of noodles or even mixed in with macaroni elbows. Real chili-mac as you get at Steak ‘n Shake is spicy chili beef sitting on a dollop of spicy ketchup and a pile of pasta.
Get the Recipe: Steak ‘n Shake Copycat Chili-Mac Recipe.
Crock Pot Frito Pie
Frito pie is the ingenious combination of a fabulously meaty chili on top of crunchy Fritos corn chips. Dinner (or game day) doesn’t get any better!
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Chili Cheese Dip
This easy chili cheese dip recipe is made with just three ingredients and comes together in under 30 minutes. It’s rich, creamy, and cheesy for the ultimate game-day appetizer!
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Ground Beef Chili
This delicious ground beef chili recipe perfectly melds flavors to create a rich and satisfying dish. Combining spices, tender ground beef, and hearty beans results in a comforting bowl of chili that’s sure to please. Top it with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of cheese to add extra creaminess and richness.
Get the Recipe: Ground Beef Chili.
Copycat Wendy’s Chili
This copycat Wendy’s Chili recipe is super simple and a crowd favorite! For the best comfort dish, you only need 15 minutes to prep this homemade chili before it simmers all day.
Get the Recipe: Copycat Wendy’s Chili.
Venison Chili
This delicious dish contains ground deer meat and various beans, vegetables, and spices. It’s a tasty, warming dish that makes a change from the more common beef chili recipes. This one is just as easy to make, and it’s a one-pot recipe, so you prep your ingredients, add them to the pot, and let the venison chili slow cook to perfection while you whip up some tasty side dishes to go with it.
Get the Recipe: Venison Chili.
