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A simple yet flavorful gluten-free chili that is ready in no time. This gluten-free chili recipe uses fresh ingredients, it’s simple to make, and it’s packed with spices. You can add more or less spice to make it exactly the way you want.

chili topped with diced onions and cilantro in a white bowl

Gluten-Free Chili

Did you know that chili from a can, and some chili beans contain wheat as an ingredient? Yep. We love making gluten-free chili at home. It’s easier than most people think, less expensive to make than purchasing pre-made chili, and you can adjust it to fit your taste buds.

If you’ve ever wanted to throw a fall dinner party, here’s the easiest way to do it (and it’s super economical). Host a Gluten-Free Chili Bar. You can have your toppings prepared, your gluten-free cornbread in the oven and your chili on the stove in less than thirty minutes. Easy-peasy.

This past fall we had a dinner party and invited twelve people over. I knew right away that I wanted to do some sort or buffet, or bar. We’ve been loving all the Simple Truth Organic products and this past week Fred Meyer had a sale on the Simple Truth Organic canned goods, shredded cheeses, and meats.

They had everything I needed for a Gluten-Free Chili bar. I walked away with all the ingredients I needed to feed a group of twelve a delicious, organic meal. I also snagged a few cute fall decorations to fancy-up the table I planned to serve from. But more on that later.

two bowls of chili topped with onions and cilantro next to bowls of other toppings

My family of four served a variety of toppings with our gluten-free chili including chopped tomatoes, sliced olives, green onion, shredded cheese, and sour cream. That way our guests could make their chili the way they wanted it before grabbing a mini cornbread muffin.

Gluten-Free Chili Toppings

  • Salsa
  • Sour Cream
  • Shredded Cheese
  • Sliced Jalapenos
  • Chopped Onion
  • Sliced Green Onion
  • Chopped Tomatoes
  • Sliced Olives

All of the ingredients for the cornbread, chili, toppings, and drinks ran us just under $50. How many people can say they fed a crowd of 12-16 people a homemade meal that was not only organic, but delicious and filling? Gluten-Free Chili is an expensive and easy meal.

Ordering pizza for twelve people could have cost you more depending on where you live and what kind of gluten-free pizza you ordered. And let’s be honest, pizza parties are easy but they aren’t as fun (in my opinion).

a pot of gluten free chili

Is chili gluten free?

Not all store-bought chili is gluten free. It’s best to always check labels. To ensure your chili is gluten free it’s best to make it from scratch. That way you know what ingredients are going into it.

How to make gluten-free chili

  1. Cook ground beef, onions, and bell pepper in Dutch oven (or large pot) until the ground beef is cooked through and the onions are translucent.
  2. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, seasonings, and chiles and bring to a boil.
  3. Add beans and cover and simmer for 30 minutes.

For the complete list of ingredients and directions, please see the recipe card below.

a side view of chili topped with diced onions and cilantro in a white bowl

Get my recipe for Gluten-Free Cornbread Muffins to serve with your gluten-free chili. If you are looking for a Paleo chili, or a vegetarian chili, Natalie from Perry’s Plate has you covered with her Vegetarian Paleo Chili. A Mind “full” Mom has an Instant Pot Chili that you’ll love.

For a low carb chili you’ll want to make this Keto Chili.

If you make this gluten-free chili, please come back and let me know what you thought! If you have a question, please leave it in the comments and I will get back to you.

Yield: 8-12

Gluten-Free Chili

chili topped with diced onions and cilantro in a white bowl

Host your next dinner party with a Gluten-Fee Chili Bar! This gluten-free chili is ready in less than an hour and the chili bar is super easy to pull together.

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1 organic onion, diced
  • 1 organic green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons cumin
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1⁄2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 can organic chiles, hot
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, drained but not rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, drained but not rinsed
  • 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained but not rinsed

Instructions

  1. Cook ground beef, onions, and bell pepper in Dutch oven (or large pot) until the ground beef is cooked through and the onions are translucent.
  2. Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, seasonings, and chiles and bring to a boil.
  3. Add beans and cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
  4. Serve hot with toppings and gluten free cornbread.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1 cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 305Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 1163mgCarbohydrates: 28gFiber: 10gSugar: 6gProtein: 24g
© Chrystal
Cuisine: Dinner / Category: Main Dishes
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Comments

  4. I love this idea! I remember going to a dinner party as a kid and the theme was chili bar. I remember it was so much fun and I loved the food + all the toppings. Such a great idea!

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  5. Capital A Adorable chili bar! You’ve inspired me to fancy-up our traditional Halloween chili bar. I am so glad you are promoting Simple Truth! I am so impressed with http://www.thekrogerco.com and all they are offering to the organic and special diet crowd now! We use their products all the time.

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  14. We only have a two-person household, but I could so see making this for a weeknight meal with the toppers. It would be so wonderful for lunches or even a second dinner!

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