Description
Enjoy the hearty flavors of Wendy’s famous chili with this easy-to-follow copycat recipe. Perfect for a cozy night in or a gathering with friends, this chili is sure to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 2 pounds ground beef
Beans and Vegetables:
- 1 (29-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
- 1 (29-ounce) can pinto beans, drained
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1 cup water
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 3 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add onion, bell pepper, celery, and garlic. Sauté until softened.
- Add Ingredients: Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, beans, chilies, and water. Add seasonings.
- Cook: Bring to a boil, then simmer for 1-1.5 hours until thickened.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust as needed. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra heat, add more cayenne or jalapeño.
- Leftovers taste even better the next day and freeze well.
