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COPYCAT WENDY'S CHILI RECIPE
This Copycat Wendy’s Chili Recipe is inspired by the famous chili from the fast food restaurant. A simple but flavorful stove-top chili recipe that takes about 45 minutes to make. Perfect for game-day, parties or an easy dinner. Cook this chili on the stovetop, in a slow cooker or instant pot.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 451kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion diced
- 1 diced green bell pepper
- 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes (juice reserved)
- 1 15 oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 15 oz can pinto beans, drained and rinsed (or pink beans)
- 1 ½ cup beef broth
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Toppings: sliced green onions shredded cheese, diced onions, oyster crackers, jalapenos, sour cream, hot sauce, cilantro
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium high heat, warm the olive oil. Add the onions and saute for 2 minutes. Add the diced green peppers to the pot and saute the vegetables for another 2-3 minutes until tender.
- Add the ground beef to the sauteed vegetables and cook until brown and crumbled. Drain any excess grease.
- Stir in the sugar and spices until well mixed.
- Add in the remaining ingredients and bring the chili to a low boil.
- Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer uncovered for another 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat, adjust salt and pepper to taste and serve with your favorite toppings, enjoy!
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 451kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 872mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g
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