Chili Cook Off

Iowa State Fair Chili Cook Off Crown Claimed

The top chili cooks squared off in heated competition in the Chili Cook Off contest, judged at the 2023 Iowa State Fair.

In the Homestyle Chili division, Lucas Deiber of Denison claimed first place, $250 cash prize, and is eligible for the World Championship Chili Cook Off.

In the Traditional Red division, Jud Knapp of Kansas City, Kan., claimed first place, $250 cash prize, and is eligible for the World Championship Chili Cook Off.

Entrants were required to be members of the International Chili Society.

Each entry was judged on good chili flavor, texture of the meat, consistency/blend of species, aroma and color.

Complete results follow:

CHILI COOK OFF

Homestyle Chili

1) Lucas Deiber, Denison

2) Katie Woodard, Nevada

3) Kyle Becher, Lenexa, Kan.

Traditional Red

1) Jud Knapp, Kansas City, Kan.

2) Kyle Becher, Lenexa, Kan.

3) Kevin Stovall, Lees Summit, Mo.