12 Ways to Eat Chili!
It is officially chili season, and it is time to make a big batch! But how are we going to serve it? Chili doesn’t have to just be in a bowl!
There are a bunch of different ways that you can take that same pot of chili and serve it for lots of yummy variety in your meal planning! Let’s explore some really simple options to serve chili and hopefully it inspires you.
Ways to Serve Chili
Part of how we make meal planning fun and enjoyable is by serving our favorite dishes in ways!
- Chili with cornbread: Cornbread is a popular side to serve with chili. The sweet and crumbly texture pairs well with the savory chili.
2. Chili with saltine crackers: Saltine crackers are a popular side to serve with chili. Their light, crispy texture complements the hearty and rich flavor of the chili, making them perfect for crumbling on top or dipping.
3. Chili on hot dogs: Known as a “chili dog,” this popular dish involves topping a hot dog with chili, often garnished with cheese, onions, or mustard.
4. Chili over tater tots: Tater tots are a fun and crispy base for chili. The crunchy texture of the tots pairs perfectly with the warm, savory chili, creating a hearty and satisfying meal often topped with cheese, sour cream, or green onions.
5. Chili over baked potatoes: Another hearty way to enjoy chili is by ladling it over a baked potato, adding toppings like cheese, sour cream, or green onions.
6. Chili in a bread bowl: Some people enjoy their chili served in a hollowed-out bread bowl, which adds a delicious, edible container.
7. Frito pie: This dish consists of a bag of Fritos corn chips topped with chili, cheese, and other garnishes, commonly eaten at sporting events or fairs.
8. Chili with tortilla chips: Similar to Frito pie, chili is sometimes served as a dip for tortilla chips, either as a main dish or an appetizer.
9. Chili over rice: Some regions, particularly in the South, enjoy chili served over a bed of rice for a heartier meal.
10. Cincinnati-style chili: In Cincinnati, chili is famously served over spaghetti noodles, topped with cheese (known as a “three-way”), and sometimes with onions and beans for a “five-way.”
11. Chili mac: Mixing chili with macaroni noodles is a comfort food favorite, offering a combination of chili and mac & cheese.
12. Chili Joes: a tasty twist on the classic sloppy joes. Chili is spooned onto a soft bun, creating a flavorful and messy sandwich. Often topped with cheese or onions, it’s a fun, hearty way to enjoy chili.
How will you serve Chili next time?
We hope these ideas of different ways to serve chili helps you in your meal planning. It’s always fun to try new options when it comes to familiar dishes.
You may also notice that picky eaters aren’t a fan of chili in one way, but they love it in a different way. So, give your kids some options and see if they figure out their preferred method to eat chili!
