Frisch’s Chili Recipe

August 10, 2025
Frisch's Chili Recipe

This Frisch’s chili recipe is perfect for busy families. It tastes just like the famous restaurant chili.

You can make it with simple ingredients from any grocery store. The recipe is easy to follow and always turns out great.

This chili works great for dinner parties or weeknight meals. Kids love it too! The Frisch’s chili recipe has been popular for many years. Now you can make it at home anytime you want.

My First Try

I tried this Frisch’s chili recipe during a family trip to Ohio. The taste was amazing and different from other chilis.

It had perfect spices and thick texture. I decided to learn how to make it at home. Now my family asks for it every week!

Frisch's Chili Recipe

What You Need

Equipment:

  • Large pot
  • Sharp knife
  • Can opener
  • Wooden spoon

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, chopped
  • 2 cans tomato sauce
  • 1 can tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth

How to Make It

Heat oil in large pot. Add chopped onion. Cook until soft. Add garlic and cook one minute.

Add ground beef to pot. Break it up with spoon. Cook until brown. Remove extra fat.

Add tomato paste and spices. Stir for two minutes. Add tomato sauce and beef broth. Mix everything well.

Bring to boil, then lower heat. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Stir every 10 minutes. Remove lid and cook 15 more minutes.

Recipe Tips

  1. Use 80/20 ground beef for best taste
  2. Brown the meat well for better flavor
  3. Cook slowly for one hour total
  4. Taste and add more spices if needed
  5. This Frisch’s chili recipe tastes better the next day

What to Serve With It

Main Options:

  • Spaghetti noodles (Cincinnati style)
  • Cornbread
  • Baked potato

Toppings:

  • Shredded cheese
  • Chopped onions
  • Sour cream
  • Crackers

Fun Ideas:

  • Chili dogs
  • Nachos with chili
  • Chili mac and cheese

Final Thoughts

This Frisch’s chili recipe brings restaurant taste to your kitchen. It’s simple to make and everyone loves it.

You can store leftovers for easy meals later. Try this recipe and enjoy delicious homemade chili tonight!

Frisch's Chili Recipe

Frisch’s Chili Recipe

John
This Frisch's chili recipe is perfect for busy families. It tastes just like the famous restaurant chili.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 190 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves chopped
  • 2 cans tomato sauce
  • 1 can tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt and pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in large pot. Add chopped onion. Cook until soft. Add garlic and cook one minute.
  • Add ground beef to pot. Break it up with spoon. Cook until brown. Remove extra fat.
  • Add tomato paste and spices. Stir for two minutes. Add tomato sauce and beef broth. Mix everything well.
  • Bring to boil, then lower heat. Cover and cook for 30 minutes. Stir every 10 minutes. Remove lid and cook 15 more minutes.

Notes

  1. Use 80/20 ground beef for best taste
  2. Brown the meat well for better flavor
  3. Cook slowly for one hour total
  4. Taste and add more spices if needed
  5. This Frisch’s chili recipe tastes better the next day
Keyword Frisch’s Chili Recipe