Description

Wendy’s Chili Recipe (Copycat) is a comforting and hearty dish that brings the flavors of classic fast food right into your home kitchen. This savory chili boasts a delightful combination of lean ground beef, beans, and a medley of spices, making it not only satisfying but also easy to prepare. Perfect for chilly evenings or casual gatherings, this recipe can be made on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, allowing you to enjoy rich flavors with minimal effort. Serve it alone or with your favorite toppings for an elevated bowl of comfort food that will warm you from the inside out.

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 tablespoon cooking oil
1.25 oz. dry chili seasoning
1 tablespoon white vinegar

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Instructions

In a large stock pot, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, diced onion, diced celery, and chopped green pepper. Cook until the beef is browned, about 8-10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
Drain excess grease if necessary. Add canned Rotel, stewed tomatoes, undrained kidney beans, undrained pinto beans, tomato sauce, and dry chili seasoning to the pot. Mix well.
Reduce heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Allow the chili to cook for 1 hour.
After simmering, stir in white vinegar before serving hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 350
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 10g
Protein: 22g
Cholesterol: 70mg