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Wendy’s Inspired Chili Recipe


  • Author: Anna
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A hearty and flavorful chili that captures the essence of Wendy’s famous chili. This recipe features a rich blend of ground beef, kidney and pinto beans, and a variety of vegetables, seasoned with a perfect mix of spices.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 (29 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (29 ounce) can kidney beans (with liquid)
  • 1 (29 ounce) can pinto beans (with liquid)
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1/2 cup diced green chili pepper
  • 1/4 cup diced celery
  • 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons cumin powder
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

  • Brown the ground beef in a skillet and drain off excess fat.
  • Transfer beef to a large pot and add tomato sauce, kidney beans, pinto beans, onion, green chili pepper, celery, and tomatoes.
  • Stir in cumin, chili powder, black pepper, and salt.
  • Add water and mix well.
  • Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered for about 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Adjust seasoning and water as needed.

Notes

  • Serve hot, garnished with cheese, onions, or sour cream if desired.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 60
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: per serving
  • Calories: 330
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 940mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg