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Wendy’s Chili Recipe (Copycat)

Wendy's Chili Recipe (Copycat)

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Wendy’s Chili Recipe (Copycat) is a delicious, hearty dish that brings the comforting flavors of your favorite fast-food chili right into your home. With a rich blend of spices, lean ground beef, and nutritious beans, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a satisfying meal that can be served alone or alongside warm cornbread. Whether you enjoy it spicy or mild, this chili is sure to become a family favorite.

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
  • 1.25 oz dry chili seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Instructions

  1. In a large stock pot, brown the ground beef with the diced onion, celery, and green pepper over medium-high heat for about 8–10 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Add the Rotel tomatoes, stewed tomatoes, undrained kidney beans, undrained pinto beans, tomato sauce, and dry chili seasoning to the pot. Stir well.
  3. Reduce heat and let simmer for one hour, covered.
  4. After simmering, stir in the white vinegar for added flavor.
  5. Serve hot with your choice of toppings like shredded cheese or fresh cilantro.

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