Description

Wendy’s Chili Recipe (Copycat) is a comforting and hearty dish that brings the iconic flavors of Wendy’s famous chili right into your home. With a delicious blend of ground beef, beans, and tomatoes, this easy recipe is perfect for cozy nights or family gatherings. You can prepare it on the stovetop for a quick weeknight meal or let it simmer in a slow cooker for deeper flavor. Serve it topped with shredded cheese and fresh toppings for an extra layer of satisfaction. Discover the joy of homemade comfort food with this satisfying bowl of chili.

Ingredients

Scale

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 (undrained)
14 oz pinto beans (undrained)
14 oz tomato sauce
1.25 oz dry chili seasoning
1 tablespoon cooking oil

Instructions

In a large stock pot, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, diced onion, diced celery, and chopped green pepper. Brown the meat for about 8-10 minutes, seasoning generously with salt and black pepper.
Once browned, stir in Rotel, stewed tomatoes, both types of undrained beans, tomato sauce, and dry chili seasoning until well combined.
Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let the chili simmer for about 1 hour.
After simmering, stir in white vinegar to enhance flavor before serving hot.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 70 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 290
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 850mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: For added depth of flavor, consider simmering longer than one hour. Customize by using different types of beans or adjusting spice levels to suit your taste.