Wendy’s Chili Recipe
Wendy’s Chili is a hearty and flavorful stew featuring lean ground beef, a variety of tomatoes, beans, and a blend of spices. This comforting chili is simmered to perfection, creating a rich and thick dish perfect for chilly days or casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds lean ground beef
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 43 oz stewed tomatoes
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 10 oz diced tomatoes with green chiles (Rotel tomatoes)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 15 oz kidney beans, not drained
- 15 oz pinto beans, not drained
Spices
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
- Cook the meat and vegetables: Heat a large stockpot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, chopped celery, finely chopped onion, and diced green bell pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes, breaking up the ground beef as it cooks. Continue until the beef is no longer pink and the vegetables have softened. Drain any excess grease from the pot.
- Add liquids and spices: Pour in the stewed tomatoes, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with green chiles (Rotel), beef broth, kidney beans, and pinto beans with their juices. Add chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir the mixture well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Simmer the chili: Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes. Stir occasionally until the chili thickens and the flavors meld together.
- Finish and serve: Remove the chili from heat. Serve hot as is or with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.
Notes
- For a spicier chili, add diced jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
- You can substitute ground turkey for a leaner option.
- Drain excess fat carefully to keep the chili less greasy.
- Leftover chili tastes great the next day as flavors deepen.
- This recipe can be made in advance and reheated on the stovetop or in the microwave.
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