Hosting your own chili bar is a guaranteed way to make your next gathering unforgettable! It’s a laid-back yet delicious party idea that allows guests to customize their bowls to perfection. This gallery will guide you through creating a winning chili bar with crowd-pleasing recipes like classic beef chili and vegetarian options, unique topping ideas (think avocado crema or cornbread crumbles!), and downloadable printables to keep everything organized and festive. Whether you’re planning a game day party, a family dinner, or a cozy winter night with friends, these tips will make it easy and fun.

The Texas Roadhouse Chili Recipe

Texas Roadhouse chili with cheese and jalapenos on top
The Texas Roadhouse Chili Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

If you want thick Texas-style red chili, then you need to make the Best Texas Roadhouse Chili Recipe. It’s my reader’s favorite chili recipe.
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Secrets Revealed For Wendy’S Chili Recipe

Wendy's chili with crackers and cheese next to it for topping
Secrets Revealed For Wendy’S Chili Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Uncover the top-secret ingredients, and learn the tips and tricks for making copycat Wendy’s chili at home.
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Hearty Mexican White Bean Chili

A close-up of a bowl of chili with white beans, corn, red bell peppers, and a garnish of avocado chunks, cilantro, and a lime wedge. The vibrant and hearty dish appears freshly prepared and inviting.
Hearty Mexican White Bean Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Vegan White Bean Chili is a hearty meal loaded with a variety of beans, fresh corn, and authentic Mexican spice.
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Thick And Hearty No Bean Chili Recipe (Slow Cooker)

A bowl of chili topped with shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, and jalapeño slices. The dish is served in a white bowl on a green plate, with a green cloth nearby.
Thick And Hearty No Bean Chili Recipe (Slow Cooker). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Thick and meaty chili without beans recipe is made with savory chili seasonings, tomatoes, and chiles all slow simmered in your crockpot.
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Free Chili Bar Labels

Illustration of a computer screen displaying "Free Chili Bar Labels," perfect for your chili dinner ideas, accompanied by a printer and sheets with chili-themed designs. The labels have plaid and green borders, featuring vibrant chili illustrations.
Printable Chili Bar Labels Image Credit Intentional Hospitality

Let’s make it easy to set up your chili bar. Print a copy of these free chili bar labels and print as many as you need. Get Your Free Chili Bar Labels.

How To Throw A Chili Bar Party

A collage of chili dishes and toppings with a central text that reads "How-To Chili Bar Party." The images include various chili bowls, chili dogs, a pot of chili, and bowls of toppings like shredded cheese, jalapeños, guacamole, beans, and tomatoes.
How To Throw A Chili Bar Party. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Make your next gathering easy using these great chili dinner ideas, make-ahead tips, decor ideas, and topping recipes.
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Hawaiian Zippy’S Chili; Slow Cooker

zippy's chili copycat with rice on top
Copycat Hawaiian Zippy’S Chili; Slow Cooker. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Enjoy the taste of rich Zippy’s Chili wherever you are with this easy-to-make slow cooker copycat recipe!
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Classic Skyline Chili (Crockpot Recipe)

A plate of spaghetti topped with chili, kidney beans, chopped onions, and shredded cheese. A fork is lifting some noodles. In the background, bowls of shredded cheese, chopped onions, and beans are visible.
Classic Skyline Chili (Crockpot Recipe). Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Crock pot copycat Skyline Chili recipe brings authentic flavor with a sweet, savory sauce spiced with cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg.
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17 Quick And Easy Ways To Thicken Your Watery Chili

Five bowls of party cook chili and one pan on the stove during
17 Quick And Easy Ways To Thicken Your Watery Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Do you have watery chili that needs fixing? Don’t worry; I have 17 quick and easy ways to make your watery chili thick and hearty.
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Easy Slow Cooker Chicken Chili

A bowl of chili made in a slow cooker topped with cheese and sour cream
Slow Cooker Chicken Chili Image Credit Butter and Baggage

Slow cooker chicken chili with pablano peppers comes together in no time. Just dump in the ingredients and let the slow cooker do all the work. A healthy dinner the whole family will love.
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Chicken Chili With Cream Cheese

A bowl of slow cooker chicken salsa chili.
Chicken Chili Image Credit: Butter and Baggage

This Chicken Chili Crock Pot recipe is light, fresh and delicious. Just dump the ingredients into your crockpot so you come home to an easy dinner.
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Beer Chili

bobby jones beer chili recipe
Beer Chili Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

A southern classic beer chili made with a beer in honor of the master of golf himself, Bobby Jones, and classic chili seasonings.
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Savory Ground Turkey Chili

A white bowl filled with chili containing ground meat, beans, corn, tomatoes, and topped with shredded cheese, chopped red onions, and sliced jalapeños. A red napkin and a whole green jalapeño pepper are placed nearby on a yellow surface.
Savory Ground Turkey Chili. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality.

Learn how to make the best ground turkey chili in your Crock Pot. A classic, timeless recipe that’s fool-proof and delicious!
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Chicken Chili

A bowl of hearty chili topped with a dollop of sour cream and sprinkled with fresh chopped parsley. The chili is rich with chunks of meat, tomatoes, and vegetables. A colorful plaid cloth is partially visible in the background.
Chicken Chili Image Credit: Butter and Baggage

Chicken Chili is just what you need to get through the last of the winter.  While healthy and easy to make with simple basic ingredients, it is still one of my favorites. An added plus is that it’s low carb. Get The Full Recipe: Chicken Chili

17 All-Time Best Ground Beef Dinners Worth Every Bite!

A white ceramic dish filled with pasta shells mixed with ground beef and diced tomatoes, all coated in a yellow-orange sauce. The dish is placed on a brown cloth.
17 All-Time Best Ground Beef Dinners. Photo Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Ground beef is a staple ingredient in kitchens everywhere, known for its versatility and hearty flavor. Whether you’re craving a creamy casserole, a spicy chili, or a comforting bowl of taco soup, ground beef adds richness and satisfaction to every dish. In this collection of 17 all-time favorite ground beef dinners, you’ll find easy recipes that deliver on taste and bring a little extra excitement to the table. Get ready to enjoy classic comfort foods and inventive new twists that make every bite worth savoring! Get All The Recipes: 17 All-Time Best Ground Beef Dinners Worth Every Bite!