Wendy’s Copycat Chili Recipe
Description: Delight in a bowl of comforting Wendyโs Copycat Chili with this easy and flavorful recipe, perfect for a satisfying meal at home. Recreate the classic taste of Wendy’s chili right in your kitchen with this detailed guide from Love With Recipes. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner, this recipe is designed to deliver that rich, spicy goodness that everyone loves.
Category: Peppers
Keywords: Beans, Vegetable, Spicy, Beginner Cook, Stove Top, < 4 Hours, Easy, Inexpensive
Total Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds ground beef
- 1 cup tomato juice
- 1 cup tomato puree
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups celery, chopped
- 1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 1/4 cup cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions:
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Brown the Beef: Begin by heating a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned all over. This should take about 7-10 minutes. Once browned, drain the excess fat to ensure a leaner, richer chili.
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Combine Ingredients: Transfer the browned beef into a 6-quart pot. Add the tomato juice, tomato puree, chopped onion, celery, and green pepper. Stir to combine everything thoroughly.
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Season the Chili: Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, oregano, sugar, and cayenne pepper. Stir well to ensure the spices and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
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Simmer the Chili: Cover the pot with a lid and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let the chili cook, uncovered, for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Stir every 15 minutes to prevent sticking and to help the flavors meld together beautifully.
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Serve and Enjoy: After simmering, taste the chili and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot and enjoy the hearty, spicy flavors of this delicious homemade chili.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 777.3
- Fat Content: 36.4 grams
- Saturated Fat Content: 13.7 grams
- Cholesterol Content: 154.2 mg
- Sodium Content: 1206 mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 59.2 grams
- Fiber Content: 15.6 grams
- Sugar Content: 18 grams
- Protein Content: 57.8 grams
This recipe makes a generous pot of chili, perfect for feeding a family or enjoying as leftovers. Pair it with your favorite cornbread or enjoy it on its own for a comforting and hearty meal.