Wendy's Chili imitation

4 from 1 vote

Course: Snack, Soup

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15

Cook Time: 3

Total Time: 3 15

Servings:

If you're looking for a healthy and hearty meal to warm you up, chili is a great option. This recipe is inspired by the famous Wendy's chili, but it's an imitation version that you can make at home. It's a delicious and satisfying dish that's perfect for a cozy night in.

Makes 12 servings, approximately 1 cup each.

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef
1 ounce tomato sauce 29 oz. can
29 ounce kidney beans 29 oz. can of drained or 1/2 pound dry kidney beans
29 ounce pinto beans 29 oz can drained or 1/2 pound dry pinto beans
1 green pepper diced
1 onion diced medium
½ cup green chilies diced mild
1 to 6 jalapeno peppers diced, if heat desired
29 ounce tomatoes 29 oz. can diced tomatoes or 3 chopped medium tomatoes
2 teaspoons cumin powder
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 ½ teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons salt

Instructions

To use dried beans rather than canned: Bring a large saucepan of water to boil. Add the beans and simmer for 30 minutes. Turn off heat, cover and soak for 90 minutes. Drain and add to crock pot.
Brown the beef in skillet or microwave and drain off the fat.
Combine all of the ingredients in a crock-pot.
Cook on low for 3-10 hours. If using dried beans, cook on low for 10 hours or until the beans are soft.

Notes

Leftovers can be frozen and kept for months.

Nutrition - See Recipe Post for Nutrition Disclaimer