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Wendy’s Chili Recipe

Wendy’s Chili Recipe

Discover the rich, hearty flavors of Wendy’s Chili Recipe made right at home. Perfect for cozy nights and family dinners that everyone will love.
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Ingredients
  

1 lb. ground beef, preferably 80/20 for flavor

1 cup diced onions, about 1 medium onion

1 cup diced green bell peppers

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed

1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice

1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce

2 tsp chili powder

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp salt, adjust to taste

1/2 tsp black pepper

1/4 tsp cayenne pepper, optional

1/2 cup beef broth or water

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, chopped onions, sour cream

Instructions
 

  • Dice onions, bell peppers, and mince garlic. Drain and rinse beans, set aside.
    Brown ground beef in a large pot over medium-high heat until no longer pink. Drain excess fat.
    Add onions, bell peppers, and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
    Stir in kidney beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, and tomato sauce. Mix well.
    Add chili powder, paprika, cumin, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir to combine.
    Pour in beef broth or water. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 30 minutes.
    Adjust consistency by adding broth or simmering uncovered to thicken.
    Serve with toppings like shredded cheddar, sour cream, or chopped onions.

Notes

• Better next day• Freezes perfectly• Try spicy or turkey variation• Exact Wendy’s taste