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Copycat Wendy’s Chili (Crockpot Recipe) You Must Try!

Copycat Wendy’s Chili (Crockpot Recipe)
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A delicious and hearty copycat recipe for Wendy’s famous chili, made easily in a crockpot.

  • Author: Dija
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6-8 hours
  • Total Time: 6-8 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Crockpot
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
  2. Transfer the cooked beef to the crockpot.
  3. Add the kidney beans, pinto beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, onion, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper to the crockpot.
  4. Stir all ingredients until well combined.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
  6. Serve hot, optionally topped with cheese or sour cream.

Notes

  • For a spicier chili, increase the amount of cayenne pepper.
  • This chili can be frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like corn or zucchini for extra nutrition.

Nutrition

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