Description

Wendy’s Chili Recipe (Copycat) is the perfect way to enjoy the comforting flavors of your favorite fast-food chili right at home. This rich, hearty dish combines lean ground beef, flavorful beans, and zesty tomatoes, resulting in a satisfying meal that’s ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings with friends. Whether you choose to make it on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, this easy recipe promises to warm you up on chilly nights. Customize it with your favorite toppings for an extra touch of flavor and creativity. Enjoy the delightful balance of spices and ingredients that make this dish a beloved classic.

Ingredients

Scale

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 (undrained)
14 oz pinto beans (undrained)
14 oz tomato sauce
1.25 oz dry chili seasoning
1 tablespoon white vinegar

Instructions

In a large stock pot, heat cooking oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef, diced onion, celery, and green pepper. Cook until the beef is browned, about 8–10 minutes.
Stir in salt and black pepper to taste. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add Rotel, stewed tomatoes, undrained kidney beans, undrained pinto beans, tomato sauce, and chili seasoning to the pot. Mix well.
Reduce heat to simmer and cover the pot. Allow it to cook for one hour.
Stir in white vinegar after simmering for an hour to enhance flavors before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 60 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop/Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
Calories: 310
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 860mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 9g
Protein: 20g
Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor. Adjust seasonings based on personal preference for spice. This chili tastes even better the next day as flavors meld together; consider making it ahead of time.