Description
Copycat Wendy’s Chili is a warm, hearty dish that captures the essence of comfort food. Perfect for chilly evenings or game day gatherings, this chili features tender ground beef, rich beans, and vibrant vegetables simmered to perfection. With its delightful aroma and robust flavors, it?s sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy this nostalgic recipe that brings everyone together around the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, rinsed
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp sugar
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper to the pot. Saut? until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the diced tomatoes (with juices) and rinsed kidney beans.
- Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and sugar to the mixture; stir well.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for at least 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve hot in bowls, garnished with shredded cheese or sour cream if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg