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Copycat Wendy’s Chili


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  • Author: Janet Reynolds
  • Total Time: 70 minutes
  • Yield: 6 to 8 servings

Description

This Copycat Wendy’s Chili recipe brings all the hearty, savory flavors of the fast-food favorite to your home kitchen. Made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and bold spices, it’s a comforting, budget-friendly dish perfect for meal prep, family dinners, or game day gatherings.


Ingredients

500g ground beef

1 onion, chopped

2 stalks celery, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

400g tomato sauce

400g diced tomatoes

400g tomatoes with green chilies

400g kidney beans, drained and rinsed

400g pinto beans, drained and rinsed

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 tablespoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

250ml water


Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.

2. Add chopped onion, celery, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

3. Stir in tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chilies, kidney beans, and pinto beans.

4. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Pour in water and stir to combine.

5. Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for at least 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving. Add cayenne or hot sauce for more heat if desired.

Notes

Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content.

Letting the chili rest for a few hours improves flavor.

This recipe freezes well for up to 3 months.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 24g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg