When the temps drop, chili becomes the ultimate comfort food—and these 25 recipes bring the flavor. From classic beef and bean to creamy white chicken and spicy Texas-style, there’s a bowl here for every kind of craving. Perfect for game days, weeknight dinners, or meal prep, these chilis are cozy, crowd-pleasing, and full of fall flavor.

Slow Cooker Beer Chili with Calamity Jane Ale

Slow Cooker Beer Chili with Calamity Jane Ale. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Crock Pot Beer Chili uses PGA-inspired Calamity Jane beer for a bold, rich flavor and features beef, black-eyed peas, pinto beans, and corn—perfect for game day or a chili bar party.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Beer Chili with Calamity Jane Ale

Spicy Mexican White Bean Chili

Spicy Mexican White Bean Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

White Bean Chili is a hearty, Southwestern-inspired dish packed with a medley of beans, sweet corn, and warm Mexican spices for a comforting one-pot meal.
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Instant Pot Skyline-Style Cincinnati Chili

Instant Pot Skyline-Style Cincinnati Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Instant Pot Cincinnati Chili copycat captures the signature sweet and savory flavor with cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg in a beefy tomato base—quick, easy, and family-approved.
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Classic Crockpot Ground Turkey Chili

Classic Crockpot Ground Turkey Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock Pot Turkey Chili is a no-fail, classic recipe made with ground turkey and a balanced blend of spices—perfect for family dinners or laid-back hosting.
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Copycat Wendy’s Chili with Signature Flavor

Copycat Wendy’s Chili with Signature Flavor. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Recreate Wendy’s famous chili at home with this spot-on copycat recipe that captures the signature texture and savory depth fans love.
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Homemade Canned Chili for Easy Weeknight Meals

Homemade Canned Chili for Easy Weeknight Meals. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Canned Chili Recipe is a convenient way to stock your pantry with rich, homemade chili—perfect for quick meals on cold or busy nights.
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Texas Roadhouse Chili Copycat with Bold Texas Flavor

Texas Roadhouse Chili Copycat with Bold Texas Flavor. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Texas Roadhouse Chili Copycat delivers bold, thick, Texas-style flavor without beans—tested and loved by readers as the best homemade version.
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Green Chicken Chili Soup with Salsa Verde

Green Chicken Chili Soup with Salsa Verde. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Green Chili Chicken Soup is a mild, flavorful one-pot meal with tender chicken, green salsa, beans, and corn—easy, comforting, and family-friendly.
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Skyline Chili Made Easy in the Slow Cooker

A plate of spaghetti topped with chili, shredded cheddar cheese, and diced onions. Surrounding the dish are bowls of grated cheese, diced onions, and kidney beans. A yellow napkin is placed beneath the plate.
Skyline Chili Made Easy in the Slow Cooker. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This Crock Pot Skyline Chili Copycat brings the unique Cincinnati-style flavor home with a sweet and savory spice blend—ideal for spaghetti, hot dogs, or a cozy bowl.
Get the Recipe: Skyline Chili Made Easy in the Slow Cooker

Sweet & Spicy Southern BBQ Chili

Sweet & Spicy Southern BBQ Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Southern Chili is a bold blend of ground beef, sausage, BBQ sauce, and baked beans—sweet, spicy, and perfect for casual gatherings or game day.
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Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili – Thick & Meaty

Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili – Thick & Meaty. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

This No Bean Chili is thick, meaty, and full of slow-simmered flavor from chili spices, garlic, tomatoes, and chiles—perfect for hearty appetites.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker No-Bean Chili – Thick & Meaty

Creamy White Chicken Chili in the Crock Pot

Creamy White Chicken Chili in the Crock Pot. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

White Chicken Chili in the Crock Pot is creamy and satisfying with green chiles, cream cheese, beans, and spices—easy to prep and full of flavor.
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Hawaiian-Style Zippy’s Chili Copycat

Hawaiian-Style Zippy’s Chili Copycat. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Zippy’s Chili Copycat delivers Hawaiian-inspired flavor with ground beef, Portuguese sausage, and warm spices—perfect for a slow cooker meal prep win.
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Easy Crock Pot Taco Soup with Ranch Dressing

Easy Crock Pot Taco Soup with Ranch Dressing. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Crock pot taco soup is a flavorful blend of seasoned beef, beans, corn, and tomatoes slow-simmered for rich taste. Easy to prep and customizable with toppings like cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips, it’s a cozy and fun dinner. Great for busy days, game nights, or feeding a crowd.
Get the Recipe: Easy Crock Pot Taco Soup with Ranch Dressing

Cheesy Chili Mac – The Ultimate Comfort Food

Cheesy Chili Mac – The Ultimate Comfort Food. Photo credit: Butter and Baggage.

Cheesy Chili Mac and Cheese fuses spicy chili with creamy pasta for a bold, satisfying dish that’s great for chilly nights or game day feasts.
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Chili Mac – The Ultimate Comfort Food

Chili’s Texas-Style Original Copycat Chili

Chili’s Texas-Style Original Copycat Chili. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Discover the original Chili’s restaurant-style chili—Texas-style, thick, and boldly spiced, with no beans and plenty of hearty flavor.
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Homemade Wick Fowler’s 2-Alarm Chili

Homemade Wick Fowler’s 2-Alarm Chili. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Make Wick Fowler’s 2-Alarm Chili from scratch with pantry spices for an adjustable heat level and authentic Texas-style chili experience.
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Beginner-Friendly Classic Homemade Chili

Beginner-Friendly Classic Homemade Chili. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

This beginner-friendly chili recipe is foolproof and delicious, combining ground beef, beans, and simple spices into a comforting classic.
Get the Recipe: Beginner-Friendly Classic Homemade Chili

20-Minute Instant Pot Wendy’s Chili Copycat

20-Minute Instant Pot Wendy’s Chili Copycat. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Make Wendy’s chili in the Instant Pot for a quick and satisfying dinner—ready in just 20 minutes with all the signature flavor.
Get the Recipe: 20-Minute Instant Pot Wendy’s Chili Copycat

James Coney Island-Style Hot Dog Chili

James Coney Island-Style Hot Dog Chili. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Texas-Style Chili with Chuck Roast is thick, meaty, and bean-free—perfect for bowls, chili dogs, or topping Frito pie.
Get the Recipe: James Coney Island-Style Hot Dog Chili

Lean Turkey Chili with Veggies and Beans

Lean Turkey Chili with Veggies and Beans. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Healthy Ground Turkey Chili is loaded with beans, vegetables, and warm spices—great for meal prep or lighter comfort food.
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Wendy’s Famous Chili – Easy Copycat Version

Wendy’s Famous Chili – Easy Copycat Version. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

This Wendy’s Chili Copycat nails the thick texture and signature flavor fans love—an easy homemade version that hits the mark.
Get the Recipe: Wendy’s Famous Chili – Easy Copycat Version

Classic Crockpot Chili with Ground Beef & Beans

Classic Crockpot Chili with Ground Beef & Beans. Photo credit: CopyKat Recipes.

Crockpot Chili is a classic slow-cooked beef chili with beans, tomato, and savory spices—rich in flavor and easy to make ahead.
Get the Recipe: Classic Crockpot Chili with Ground Beef & Beans

Hearty Steak Chili with Beans and Tomatoes

Hearty Steak Chili with Beans and Tomatoes. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

Steak Chili is a hearty, slow-simmered dish with tender steak chunks, beans, and bold spices—perfect for game day or cozy dinners.
Get the Recipe: Hearty Steak Chili with Beans and Tomatoes

5-Ingredient Creamy White Chicken Chili

5-Ingredient Creamy White Chicken Chili. Photo credit: Blackberry Babe.

Warm up with the comforting flavors of 5-ingredient white chicken chili, featuring tender chicken, creamy white beans, zesty green chilies, and aromatic spices, simmered to perfection for a hearty and satisfying meal that’s perfect for chilly nights or cozy gatherings with loved ones.
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26 Delicious Recipes That Start With A Box Of Macaroni

A large bowl filled with creamy macaroni salad, featuring corn, red kidney beans, chopped peppers, and herbs. A lime wedge and wooden spice bowls are in the background, with another bowl of salad slightly out of focus.
Mexican Macaroni Salad Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

When the days get shorter and the game-day snacks get cheesier, there’s nothing cozier than a box of macaroni turned into comfort food magic. From creamy baked casseroles to old-school macaroni salads, these easy boxed mac recipes are perfect for fall dinners, football tailgates, or busy back-to-school nights.

Get All The Recipes: 26 Recipes That Start With A Box Of Macaroni