Wendy’s Chili Recipe (Copycat)
Wendy’s Chili Recipe (Copycat) is the ultimate comfort dish, perfect for cozy nights or gatherings with friends and family. This hearty chili bursts with savory flavors from lean ground beef and a medley of beans, creating a filling meal that satisfies everyone. Whether you’re cooking on the stovetop or using a slow cooker, this recipe captures the essence of Wendy’s famous chili. Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with cornbread for a delightful dining experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 1 stalk celery (diced)
- 1 small green pepper (chopped)
- 10 oz Rotel (tomatoes with green chilies)
- 28 oz stewed tomatoes
- 14 oz kidney beans (do not drain)
- 14 oz pinto beans (do not drain)
- 14 oz tomato sauce
- 1.25 oz dry chili seasoning
- 1 tablespoon white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon cooking oil
Instructions
- In a large stock pot, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add the lean ground beef, diced onion, celery, and green pepper. Cook until the meat is browned, approximately 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper, draining excess grease if necessary.
- Stir in the Rotel, stewed tomatoes, undrained kidney beans, undrained pinto beans, tomato sauce, and dry chili seasoning. Mix well.
- Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Simmer for one hour to let flavors meld.
- After an hour, stir in white vinegar to enhance flavor.
- Serve warm in bowls; add toppings like shredded cheese or avocado if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 740mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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