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Super Bowl Chili Calculator

Hosting a Super Bowl watch party? Chili is the ultimate game day food—easy to make in bulk and keeps everyone full. This calculator adjusts for "Linebacker Appetites" to ensure you don't run out of food by halftime.

🌶️ Chili Bar Calculator

Warm up your guests with the perfect amounts

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Super Bowl Tip: Chili tastes better the next day! Make it 24h ahead and reheat in a slow cooker to save stress.

Chili Bar Plan

SHOPPING LIST • 12 GUESTS • HIGH APPETITE

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Cooking for a Crowd?

Hosting a Super Bowl watch party? Chili is the ultimate game day food—easy to make in bulk and keeps everyone full. This calculator adjusts for "Linebacker Appetites" to ensure you don't run out of food by halftime. Serving chili is one of the smartest ways to feed a large group efficiently. It is warm, filling, and can be prepared days in advance. Use our calculator to determine exactly how much ground beef, beans, and toppings you need to buy.

Did you know?

Chili tastes better the next day! Making your large batch 24-48 hours before the event allows the spices to meld perfectly. Just reheat slowly before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best toppings for a Chili Bar?

The 'Holy Trinity' of chili toppings is shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and green onions. For a Super Bowl party, add Fritos (corn chips), jalapeños, bacon bits, and hot sauce for extra fun.

How much chili per person for a party?

For a main course, plan on 1.5 cups (12 oz) of chili per person. If the chili is just a topping (e.g., for hot dogs) or one of many dishes, 0.5 cups (4 oz) per person is sufficient.

How much ground beef do I need for chili for 20 people?

For 20 people, you will need approximately 4 to 5 pounds of ground beef if chili is the main dish. This assumes a standard recipe with beans.

Hosting Tips

A Chili Bar is the perfect "set it and forget it" party food. Use slow cookers to keep everything warm!

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