A big bowl of chili is the perfect cozy comfort food. Wondering what side dishes to serve with chili? Below we list all of our favorite chili side dishes, including cornbread, crispy tortilla strips, and scrumptious veggies.
Chili is one of our favorite fall meals. When the temperatures drop, we love to make a big batch for a few nights in a row. Below we've rounded up 20 great options that pair deliciously with chili so you know exactly what to make next time you want to make chili.
If you are looking for a chili recipe, try our Thick and Healthy Turkey Chili. Our turkey chili takes just 45 minutes to make and features lean turkey, corn, kidney beans, and bell pepper.
Our chili makes enough for 3 to 4 nights so it is a great option for weekly meal planning. Our recipe also includes instructions for Crispy Tortilla Strips and a healthy Greek yogurt mixture to enjoy with the chili!
1. Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso
Jalapeño Cheddar Cornbread with Miso is a moist and tender cheesy side with umami flavor. It’s a little sweet, has a hint of spice, and goes perfectly with a cozy bowl of chili.
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2. Crispy Baked Tortilla Strips
Crispy Baked Tortilla Strips
Crispy Baked Tortilla Strips are a fast and flavorful gluten-free garnish. They only take 15 minutes to make and add a nice crunch to the chili.
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3. 10-Minute Sautéed Broccolini (Broccoletti)
10-Minute Sautéed Broccolini
Sautéed Broccolini is a nutrient packed, tender version of broccoli that goes well with just about everything and takes only a few minutes to make. Simply cook the broccolini in olive oil and toss it with garlic, red chili flakes, and lemon juice then enjoy!
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4. Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters are a quick and easy way to enjoy vegetables with your chili. Top them with Greek yogurt, fresh basil, and roasted corn for extra flavor and texture!
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5. Homemade Seasoned French Fries
Homemade Seasoned French Fries
Homemade French Fries are crispy, fluffy, and delightfully flavorful. They are perfect for smothering in chili or dipping and are made with just a few simple ingredients.
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6. Elotes Style Corn with Furikake
Elotes Style Corn with Furikake
Elotes Style Corn with Furikake is inspired by Mexican street corn and flavored with Japanese ingredients. Enjoy it on the cob, cut into smaller servings, or cut off the cob and served as a salad or added to the chili. Regardless of how you prepare it, it will add a delicious umami crunch to your chili dinner.
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7. Harvest Salad with Quinoa and Arugula
Harvest Salad with Quinoa and Arugula
Harvest Salad with Quinoa and Arugula is a hearty, healthy, salad recipe that can be enjoyed all year long. It's adorned with fall flavors, including dried cranberries, toasted walnuts, and sharp goat cheese. It also only takes 25 minutes to make and can be enjoyed as a healthy chili side or appetizer.
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8. Sautéed French Green Beans with Furikake
Sautéed Green Beans with Furikake
Sautéed Green Beans with Furikake are a robustly flavored side. The lemon juice brightens the fresh green beans while the furikake adds umami flavor. If you are looking for a quick, healthy side dish to pair with chili, these Sautéed Green Beans are perfect.
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9. Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs
Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs
Pan Fried Potatoes with Herbs are buttery, herbaceous, and pair seamlessly with chili. All you need are waxy potatoes, seasoning, and olive oil to make this healthy one-pan side.
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10. Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad
Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad
Pear and Prosciutto Rocket Salad is a delightfully sweet and savory salad. It features crispy prosciutto, sliced pears, walnuts, shallots, shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, and peppery arugula tossed in a maple balsamic vinaigrette.
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11. Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan
Roasted Asparagus with Parmesan is an easy and flavor-packed side. Not only is it bright and flavorful, it only takes a few minutes of prep, and cooks in the oven while you cook the chili.
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12. White Rice
White Rice
Steamed white rice is surprisingly delicious in chili. It has a light flavor and firmness that compliments the chili perfectly. You can make rice with a rice cooker or on the stovetop while you cook the chili.
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13. Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta
Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta
Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta are dressed with olive oil and maple syrup, then roasted and tossed with pancetta. They make the perfect hearty side for chili.
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14. Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes
Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes
Bacon Cheddar Hasselback Potatoes are the perfect savory chili side. They feature crispy and fluffy potatoes, cheddar, bacon, creme fraiche, and chives. It's simple, but all of the flavors meld together to make a rich combination!
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15. Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers
Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers
Furikake and Lemon Shishito Peppers are spicy veggies that will add a kick to your chili dinner. These uniquely flavored peppers take only 15 minutes to make and are loaded with umami flavor!
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16. Cheese Quesadilla with Pan Roasted Vegetables
Cheese Quesadilla with Pan Roasted Vegetables
Cheese Quesadilla with Pan Roasted Vegetables is a flavorful side or snack that comes together in less than 30 minutes. Learn how to make a cheese quesadilla with golden toasted tortillas, melted cheese, and your favorite add-ins.
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17. Miso Mashed Potatoes
Miso Mashed Potatoes
Miso Mashed Potatoes are a rich and creamy side. They feature flavorful homemade miso butter, garlic, and sage and go perfectly with gravy or au jus. Add these crowd-pleaser potatoes to your weeknight dinner rotation!
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18. Vegetable Wild Rice
Vegetable Wild Rice
Vegetable Wild Rice is a versatile and easy chili side. It features scrumptious vegetables, a wild rice blend, hearty broth, and herbs for seasoning. Mix the chili with the wild rice or enjoy the rice separately.
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19. Miso Glazed Eggplant
Miso Glazed Eggplant
Miso Glazed Japanese Eggplant is an umami-rich side that comes together in just 20 minutes with a handful of ingredients. It features tender Japanese eggplant and a flavor-packed caramelized miso glaze.
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20. Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Carrots
Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Carrots
Maple Roasted Brussel Sprouts and Carrots is a quick and delicious sheet pan recipe featuring roasted Brussel sprouts, carrots, maple syrup, olive oil, and herbs. Cook it just 30 minutes and enjoy!
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What to Serve with Chili: 20 Best Side Dishes
A big bowl of chili is the perfect cozy comfort food. Wondering what side dishes to serve with chili? Below we list all of our favorite chili side dishes, including cornbread, crispy tortilla strips, and scrumptious veggies.
Servings: 9
Calories: 285kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup butter melted at room temperature 1 stick
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup grated cheddar
- 1 tablespoon miso paste
- 1 tablespoon jalapeños chopped, plus more for garnish
- 1 egg
Instructions
- Heat oven and prepare pan - Heat oven to 400°F. Line an 8x8" square pan or 9" round baking pan with parchment paper or grease the pan.
- Mix ingredients - In a large mixing bowl, beat egg, milk, butter, and miso paste. Add in flour, cornmeal, baking powder, baking soda, sugar, and brown sugar and use a spatula to fold in ingredients just until mixed. Fold in grated cheese and jalapeños.1 cup cornmeal, 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ cup brown sugar, ½ cup butter melted at room temperature, 1 cup milk, ½ cup grated cheddar, 1 tablespoon miso paste, 1 egg, 1 tablespoon jalapeños
- Prepare to bake - Pour batter into baking pan and gently smooth with an offset spatula or spoon. Add additional grated cheese and place jalapeño slices if desired.
- Bake - Place in oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the top of the bread is golden brown. Remove from the oven. Allow the bread to cool and slice into 9 squares.
Notes
Storage
- Store leftover cornbread in an air-tight container for up to 3 days. The air-tight container retains the cornbread's moisture. To reheat, place on a sheet pan or a baking sheet and warm at 300°F for 8 minutes or until warmed.
- Be sure to fluff the flour before you measure it so you don't use too much.
- Do not overmix the cornbread or it could get too dense.
Nutrition
Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 381mg | Potassium: 139mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Calcium: 119mg | Iron: 1mg
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