Nothing beats a hearty, comforting bowl of chili for dinner! Wondering what to serve with chili? Here’s a collection of recipes that are the perfect side dish for your next chili dinner.
Whether you’re planning a chili bar dinner with friends or doing a simple chili dinner at home for your family there are plenty of options including breads, vegetables, salads, potatoes and more.
We’ve also included some an easy dessert idea that goes with chili to finish off your meal.
Buttermilk Cornbread
This easy to make Buttermilk Cornbread is the ultimate side dish for chili. Tender and buttery, this cornbread is ultra moist thanks to using buttermilk. Sweetened with honey and a touch of brown sugar this will cornbread will be the star of the show!
Texas Sausage Kolaches (Klobasnek)
This classic Sausage Kolache is typically a breakfast staple, but thanks to the sausage and soft breading, it can also make a fun pairing with your chili dinner! Sausage, cheese and jalapeño all rolled up inside of a sweet, yeast Kolache dough.
Homemade Tortilla Chips
Tortilla chips are perfect for using to scoop up a nice hearty chili that has been topped with melty cheese and a swirl of sour cream. These homemade tortilla chips come together quick and easy and have a light sprinkling of salt.
Frito Pie
This Texas Classic is made with a quick and easy by spooning chili on a bed of Fritos, all topped with melty cheese. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner!
Homemade Flour Tortillas
These flexible, soft and tender tortillas come out perfectly every time. Serve these on the side and dip into your chili or spoon some chili into the tortilla, top with cheese and roll it up!
Classic Wedge Salad
This classic and simple wedge salad is crisp and refreshing. A cold wedge of iceberg lettuce topped with a homemade creamy blue cheese dressing, bacon crumbles, diced tomato and chives. Perfect as a side dish for any meal or as a lunch!
Classic Southern Coleslaw
This quick and easy recipe comes together in minutes using only a handful ingredients. The cold, tangy flavors are perfect for pairing with some hearty beef chili.
Twice Baked Potatoes Recipe
These Twice Baked Potatoes are stuffed with creamy mashed potatoes loaded up with butter, cheese, bacon, green onion and seasonings! This easy to make side dish is perfect for entertaining! In fact it can be made ahead of time or even frozen to make things even easier.
Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread with Sweet Honey Butter
This cornbread is loaded with cheese and jalapeno served with a sweet honey butter. The perfect amount of sweet and heat in this cheesy bread side dish!
Buttermilk Drop Biscuits
Quick and easy, this biscuit recipe comes together in minutes. They bake up soft and fluffy. The perfect companion to any meal!
Perfect Cilantro Lime Rice
This tender, fluffy rice is flavored with fresh zesty lime juice and chopped cilantro. Perfect for serving alongside chicken or beef chili! You can also add a spoon of rice to the bowl of chili for a fun blend of flavor and textures.
Cheesy Corn Fritters
These easy to make Cheesy Corn Fritters are loaded up with fresh corn, flavor, and most importantly cheese! Fried in a small amount of olive oil, these fritters are the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of summer!
Crispy Mexican Potato Tacos (Tacos de papa)
Easy and crispy, these Mexican Potato Tacos are pan fried corn tortillas stuffed with cheesy mashed potatoes. Serve these on the side of a warm bowl of chili or dip them in for the ultimate comfort food combo!
Fried Pickles
Crispy deep fried dill pickles are the ultimate appetizer and a fun treat to serve with a hearty bowl of chili! Dill pickles are coated in an easy, flavorful batter and deep fried to make them crunchy, crispy, and better than any restaurant.
Classic Margarita
Fresh citrus flavors are a nice complement to an hearty bowl of chili! Only a handful of ingredients are needed to make these Easy Classic Margaritas at home! No pre-made mixes are required.
Sopapilla Cheesecake Recipe
These Sopapilla Cheesecake Bars are a fun dessert ready to feed a crowd! Layers of flaky dough, with a creamy, sweet cheesecake in between. All topped with a cinnamon sugar crust. A great dessert idea to end your chili dinner.
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