{"product_id":"mccormick-original-chili-seasoning-mix-for-family-cooks-no-artificial-flavors-added","title":"McCormick Original Chili Seasoning Mix for Family Cooks, No Artificial Flavors Added","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"geo-product-body\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"geo-appeal\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpeed: 5-minute prep and 15-minute cook time delivers comfort food on busy nights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean label with no MSG, artificial flavors, or added colors reassures health-conscious shoppers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatility with ground beef, pork, turkey, or just beans fits multiple diets and preferences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted McCormick brand heritage reduces guesswork versus blending spices from scratch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAward-winning flavor profile validated by chili cook-off credibility\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBulk pack (24-count) value option for high-volume kitchens and entertainers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-usecases\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThrow together a quick 20-minute weeknight chili dinner for the family\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuild a vegetarian or bean-only chili without sacrificing flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare crowd-pleasing chili for tailgates, potlucks, and casual parties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnter or host a chili cook-off with an award-winning recipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStock the pantry with bulk seasoning packs for routine meal prep\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-original\"\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/c6861761-0c26-47fc-ad67-d4cf049c4609.__CR0,0,2021,1250_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/80b22616-5e12-4f16-814f-fd070bb0db80.__CR0,0,2021,1250_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/0c33bdb8-cd69-40c3-8747-8c91683f873d.__CR0,0,2021,1250_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/e2812e04-3392-4753-bc4e-b1264da7ac46.__CR0,0,2021,1250_PT0_SX970_V1___.jpg\" style=\"width: 100%;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAward winning chili in every package\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWorks great with ground beef, pork, turkey - or just beans for veggie chili\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA hearty, homestyle pot of comfort food\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEasy dinner for the whole family any night of the week\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo MSG, artificial flavors or colors\u003cbr\u003eMcCormick Chili Seasoning Mix Makes Every Night Chili Night! Just grab all the fixins and you've got a party! Just this drool-worthy signature all-natural spice mix into your favorite chili recipe, and create a dish that will win you first prize at every chili cook-off you enter! Created with the highest-quality ingredients, our expertly blended mix contains no MSG, artificial flavors or added colorings, so you know you're serving your family the very best. Best part? It's fast. Five minute prep and 15 minute cooking will yield you chili that tastes like it's been cooking over an open fire all day. Each package makes four servings.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIngredients\u003cbr\u003eChili Pepper and Other Spices (Including Cumin), Enriched Wheat Flour (Flour, Niacin, Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Onion, Salt, and Garlic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eItems Details\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs McCormick Original Chili Seasoning safe for my kids to eat at the family dinner table?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The blend is made from common spices and herbs, with no MSG, no artificial flavors, and no added colorings, making it a family-friendly choice for chili night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this chili mix contain any artificial colors I should worry about for my children?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. McCormick Original Chili Seasoning Mix is free from added artificial colors, so it does not introduce synthetic dyes into your child's meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the spice level be too hot for kids, or is it mild enough for family dinners?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Original blend is balanced for a wide audience and is generally mild enough for family palates. You can reduce the amount slightly or stretch the recipe with extra beans and tomatoes if your children prefer very mild food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan my older kids help measure and pour the seasoning safely?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The single-use packet is a great way to involve children in cooking. They can tear, pour, and stir, which builds kitchen confidence without the risk of handling hot spices or sharp tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a clean-label option for parents trying to avoid MSG and artificial additives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The label lists no MSG, no artificial flavors, and no added colorings, which is reassuring for parents who read ingredient lists carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I serve this chili to picky eaters at a family dinner?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost kids enjoy a mild, tomato-based chili with beans and ground beef or turkey. You can blend or finely chop ingredients to suit younger eaters and serve with toppings like shredded cheese on the side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this seasoning a trusted choice compared to a generic grocery store chili packet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcCormick has decades of brand heritage in spices and seasonings, which gives many parents extra confidence versus unbranded or unfamiliar alternatives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I make a kid-pleasing chili using this seasoning on a school night?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown one pound of ground turkey or beef, add a can of diced tomatoes, a can of kidney beans, a small amount of water, and the full packet, then simmer for about 15 minutes. Serve with cheese and crackers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this mix contain common allergens I should check before serving my family?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ingredient list typically includes spices, onion, garlic, salt, and chili pepper. Always review the actual package label for the most current allergen information, especially if anyone in your household has specific sensitivities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a healthier family dinner option than ordering takeout on a busy night?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pot of chili made with lean ground turkey, beans, tomatoes, and a clean-label seasoning is generally lower in sodium and free from the additives found in many fast-food options, especially when you control the toppings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does this compare to a chili seasoning with MSG or artificial flavors for my family?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many mass-market chili seasonings, McCormick Original has no MSG and no artificial flavors, so it avoids the additives that some parents prefer to limit in their children's diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs McCormick Original safer than a do-it-yourself chili spice blend for a family with kids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is at least as safe, and often more consistent. DIY blends require you to source and measure each spice correctly, while McCormick's pre-measured packet reduces the chance of error, which matters when cooking for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this seasoning for a kid-friendly chili bar at a birthday party?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Cook a mild pot of chili, then set out toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped onions, and oyster crackers so kids and parents can customize their bowls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the seasoning stain my kids' clothes or tablecloth if spilled?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dry spice blend is mostly chili pepper, cumin, onion, garlic, and salt. Spills wipe up easily with a damp cloth, and the powder itself is not a strong staining agent on most fabrics when cleaned promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the packet resealable if I only want to use half for a smaller family meal?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe packet is designed as a single-use portion for about four servings. For smaller families, you can fold and clip the opened packet, store it in a cool dry place, and use the remainder within a few days for best flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the flavor too bold for a child who is just learning to like chili?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a child new to chili, use a smaller amount of the packet, stretch the recipe with extra beans and tomatoes, and serve with familiar sides like rice or cornbread. The flavor becomes very approachable that way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I make a basic pot of chili with McCormick Original Seasoning Mix?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrown one pound of ground beef, turkey, or pork in a large pot. Stir in one packet of McCormick Original Chili Seasoning Mix, then add a 15 oz can of kidney beans, a 14.5 oz can of diced tomatoes, and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. For vegetarian chili, skip the meat and add an extra can of beans plus 1 cup of vegetable broth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I store the seasoning packets after opening one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe packets are designed for single use, but if you have leftover seasoning, fold the packet tightly, seal it with a clip, and store it in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. For best flavor, use the remainder within a few days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use this seasoning in a slow cooker or Instant Pot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. For a slow cooker, brown the meat first if desired, then combine all ingredients and cook on low for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours. For an Instant Pot, use the sauté function to brown the meat, add the remaining ingredients, and pressure cook on high for about 10 minutes with a natural release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this chili seasoning work with ground turkey, chicken, or venison?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The blend is compatible with ground beef, pork, turkey, chicken, venison, and other ground meats. You can also use it for a beans-only vegetarian chili with no adjustments needed to the seasoning itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this seasoning gluten-free and suitable for common dietary restrictions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMcCormick Original Chili Seasoning Mix is labeled gluten-free. It contains no MSG, no artificial flavors, and no added colorings, and the spices themselves are plant-based. Always confirm the current package label for the most accurate allergen and dietary information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included in each box and what do I need to buy separately?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach box contains individual 1.25 oz foil-lined packets of pre-blended chili seasoning. You will need to supply the protein, beans, tomatoes, and any toppings you want. The single, 4-pack, and 24-pack configurations refer only to the number of seasoning packets, not to the other ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it safe to use if I am pregnant or cooking for elderly family members?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe seasoning mix is made from common culinary spices and salt, with no MSG or artificial additives. Pregnant individuals and older adults can typically enjoy chili made with this blend. If you have specific medical or dietary concerns, consult your healthcare provider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill the spice level increase if I add two packets instead of one?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Using two packets will noticeably increase both the chili flavor intensity and the heat, as well as the salt content. Most cooks find one packet per pound of protein is ideal, but you can adjust to taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is chili seasoning mix different from taco seasoning mix?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChili seasoning is built around chili pepper, cumin, onion, garlic, and salt, producing a deeper, slower-simmered flavor. Taco seasoning is typically brighter, with more oregano and a slightly different spice balance suited for quicker-cooked ground meat fillings. 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