So I recently re-did my Chili. Was going to go Texas style no beans, ended up being more of a hybrid. I like black beans and Chili beans, basically dump some of my home made salsa in there too. I nixed any tomoto jucie, only used equal parts diced tomatoes and salsa.
I don't know where I say it in a chili recipie, but it called for granulated beef bouillon - and no shit it is a wonderful addition. Really gives it a richness chili seems to lack. Just add a packet or two to your next batch. Amaziing shit.