Wendy's Chili Top Secret Recipes Com Recipe

Craving Wendy's chili? This copycat recipe is so close, you won't believe it! A delicious and easy-to-make chili that captures the iconic Wendy's flavor. Perfect for a chilly evening or game day, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser. Get ready to taste the magic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 130 mins
Calories 349.6 kcal
Protein 50g
Rating 4.8 (11 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Wendy's Chili Top Secret Recipes Com

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How to Make Wendy's Chili Top Secret Recipes Com

  1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  2. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. Crumble the cooked beef into pea-sized pieces using a fork.
  4. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the beef with 1 large onion (chopped), 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup beef broth, 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer over low heat.
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. For spicier chili: Add 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  8. For extra-spicy chili: Add 1/2 teaspoon black pepper and 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper.
  9. For a seriously hot chili (optional): Add 5-6 jalapeño peppers, finely minced. Adjust to your spice preference!
  10. Serve hot and enjoy! Leftovers can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

23g

Fat

23g

Carbs

11g