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Close-up of wooden spoon filled with Wendy's copycat chili showing beans and ground beef

Wendy's Copycat Chili

This copycat Wendy's chili recipe delivers restaurant-quality flavor with simple pantry ingredients in just over an hour.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 8 cups
Calories 285 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Pound Ground Beef
  • 12oz Tomato Sauce
  • 1/2 Cup Onion
  • 1/3 Cup Green Pepper
  • 1/2 Cup Celery
  • 14oz Dived Tomatoes
  • 15oz Chili Beans
  • 1 Tablespoon Cumin
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoon Chili Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 Teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 Cup Water
  • Shredded Cheese (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Brown ground beef and drain grease
  • Add all ingredients to pot and stir well
  • Simmer for 1 hour until flavors meld
  • Serve hot with shredded cheese

Notes

Store leftover chili in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. You can substitute turkey or chicken for ground beef for a lighter version. Add diced jalapeños for extra heat, or use mild chili powder if you prefer less spice.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 18gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 820mgFiber: 7gSugar: 8g
Keyword comfort food, copycat recipe, ground beef chili, homemade chili, Wendy's chili
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