Enjoy the rich, hearty flavors of Wendy’s famous chili at home! Packed with ground beef, beans, and a flavorful blend of spices, this comforting dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions:
- Brown the beef: In a large pot, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat.
- Cook the vegetables: Add onion and bell pepper to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, pinto beans, and water. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let the chili simmer for 1–1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Serve hot with crackers, shredded cheese, or sour cream for a classic Wendy’s chili experience.
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 250
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
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