Best Chili Snack Mix Recipes

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CHILI SNACK MIX



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Barb Gustison of Quincy, Illinois writes, "I remember my mother making chili mix in place of cookies for bake sales. Everyone loved it! It's also great for a snack at home, or to have on trips and at parties."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 package (16 ounces) corn chips
1 can (11-1/2 ounces) mixed nuts
1 package (11 ounces) pretzel sticks
1 package (6.6 ounces) Goldfish cheddar crackers
1 cup butter, cubed
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine corn chips, nuts, pretzels and crackers. In a small saucepan, bring butter, brown sugar, garlic powder and chili powder to a boil. Remove from heat; stir in baking soda. Pour over snack mixture and toss to coat. , Transfer to three greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake 10-12 minutes or until lightly toasted. Cool completely on wire racks. Store in airtight containers.

Nutrition Facts :

CHILI-LIME SNACK MIX



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Why buy a pricey bagged snack mix when you can easily make a better-tasting one at home? Create a Southwestern sensation with chili powder, cayenne pepper and a twist of lime. -Julie Beckwith, Crete, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 3 quarts.

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 cups Corn Chex
1 cup cheddar-flavored snack crackers
1 cup corn nuts
1 cup corn chips
1 cup miniature pretzel twists
6 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon grated lime zest
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the first five ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; pour over cereal mixture and toss to coat., Microwave, uncovered, on high for 5 minutes, stirring three times. Spread onto waxed paper to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 162 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 286mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CHILI-GARLIC SNACK MIX



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 25m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons popcorn kernels
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups Chex (or other cereal squares)
2 cups Cheez-It crackers (or other mini cheddar crackers)
1 cup mini pretzel twists
1 cup smoked almonds
6 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Heat 3 popcorn kernels and the vegetable oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until 1 kernel pops; add the remaining kernels, cover and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until the popping subsides. Remove from the heat and transfer to a large bowl.
  • Add the cereal, crackers, pretzels and almonds; toss to combine. Melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the chili powder, paprika and garlic powder. Drizzle over the popcorn mixture and toss with a rubber spatula to coat; season with salt.
  • Spread the snack mix on the prepared baking sheet. Bake, stirring once or twice, until lightly toasted, about 10 minutes. Let cool completely. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

CHILI LIME SNACK MIX



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Made with pretzel nuggets, peanuts, almonds and more, this Chili Lime Snack Mix gets five-star reviews for its perfect balance of salty, sweet and spicy.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 17 servings, about 1/4 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups pretzel nuggets
1-1/2 cups PLANTERS Dry Roasted Peanuts
1/2 cup PLANTERS FLAVOR GROVE Skinless Almonds Chili Lime (Naturally Flavored)
1/2 cup sesame stick s
2 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 tsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. ground cumin

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325ºF.
  • Combine ingredients.
  • Spread onto rimmed baking sheet.
  • Bake 18 to 20 min. or until lightly toasted, stirring after 10 min. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 10 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 1 g, Protein 5 g

CHILI SNACK MIX



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I love anything salty and spicy, so this recipe shared with me by my sister is a hit!

Provided by Debbie Quimby

Categories     Nuts

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 c bite-size saltine crackers
1 can(s) mixed nuts (11.5 oz)
3 Tbsp butter, melted
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp garlic powder

Steps:

  • 1. Heat oven to 375 degrees.
  • 2. Combine crackers and nuts in a large bowl. Mix melted butter and seasonings together and drizzle over cracker mixture. Toss to coat.
  • 3. Spread onto the bottom of a foil-lined 15x10x1 inch pan.
  • 4. Bake 10 minutes or until lightly toasted, stirring after 5 minutes.
  • 5. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container or Ziploc bag.
  • 6. Note: for a burst of flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper to the butter and other seasonings before drizzling over the crackers.

CHILI-PARMESAN NUT SNACK MIX



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A snack mix of popcorn, pretzels and nuts gets a spicy, cheesy twist when you add grated Parmesan and chili powder.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 20 servings, 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 5

8 cups popped popcorn
1/4 cup KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
1/4 tsp. chili powder
2 cups miniature pretzel twists
1-1/2 cups PLANTERS Mixed Nuts

Steps:

  • Toss popcorn with Parmesan cheese and chili powder.
  • Add pretzels and nuts; mix lightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 110 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

CHILI SNACK MIX



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Lots of great flavors here-for not a lot of trouble! This Chili Snack Mix is made with mini saltine crackers, mixed nuts, a bit of butter and spices.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 20 servings, 1/4 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 cups mini saltine crackers
1 can (11.5 oz.) PLANTERS Mixed Nuts
3 Tbsp. butter, melted
1 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. garlic powder

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375ºF.
  • Combine crackers and nuts in large bowl. Mix butter and seasonings. Drizzle over cracker mixture; toss to coat.
  • Spread onto bottom of foil-lined 15x10x1-inch pan.
  • Bake 10 min. or until lightly toasted, stirring after 5 min. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 150 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 4 g

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