Wendy’s Chili
Wendy’s Chili is a classic American dish that has been a staple of the fast-food giant’s menu since the 1970s. The mouthwatering richness and satisfying texture of this dish have garnered it a huge following of devoted fans.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 15 oz red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 6 oz tomato paste
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- 14 oz diced tomatoes
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Paprika
- 2 cups beef broth
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- The ground beef should be thoroughly browned in a big pot, breaking it up into little pieces while it cooks.
- Sauté the garlic and onion in the cooking pot until the onion becomes translucent, usually around 5 minutes.
- Add the tomato paste, red kidney beans, cumin, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper along with the diced tomatoes, cumin, and chili powder (if using).
- Blend in the beef broth by stirring it thoroughly.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer, stirring regularly, for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve hot and garnish with your preferred ingredients, such as sour cream, cheese, and chopped green onions
