Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning Recipe

Capture the legendary flavor of Wilt's restaurant chili with this easy-to-make seasoning blend! Perfect for 2 lbs of ground chuck, this recipe creates a chili explosion in your mouth, begging to be served in a crusty bread bowl. Make enough for one batch or easily triple the recipe for a chili party. Get ready for flavor that'll have you saying 'Wow!'

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 21 kcal
Protein 1g
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Ingredients for Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning

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How to Make Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning

  1. In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat), 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  2. Store the seasoning blend in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 months.
  3. This recipe yields approximately 3 tablespoons of seasoning.
  4. To use: Add the seasoning to your favorite chili recipe (see our recipe suggestions for the best chili pairing!), or use it to season 2 lbs of ground chuck for a delicious and easy chili.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning?

Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning?

Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning has approximately 21 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 1 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning?

The key ingredients for Wilt Chamberlain's Texas Chili Seasoning are Chili Powder, Dried Oregano, Kosher Salt, Hungarian Paprika, Ground Cumin, Ground Cayenne Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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