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Easy Wendy's Chili Recipe
This easy-to-make recipe mimics Wendy's famous chili, combining ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and spices for a hearty and comforting meal.
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Prep Time:
15
minutes
minutes
Cook Time:
2
hours
hours
Total Time:
2
hours
hours
15
minutes
minutes
Servings:
8
Calories:
120
kcal
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
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2
lb
ground beef
lean is preferable
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1
can
diced tomatoes
28 oz can
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2
can
kidney beans
15 oz can, drained
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2
can
pinto beans
15 oz can, drained
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1
medium
onion
chopped
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1
each
bell pepper
chopped
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3
tablespoons
chili powder
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1
teaspoon
ground cumin
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1
teaspoon
salt
to taste
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0.5
teaspoon
black pepper
freshly ground
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2
cups
water
Instructions
Preparation Steps
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the beef and sauté until softened.
Transfer the beef mixture to a large pot. Add diced tomatoes, kidney beans, pinto beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, black pepper, and water.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for approximately 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary before serving.
Notes
This chili can be served with a variety of toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.