Best 5 Wendys Chili Seasoning Copycat Recipes

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**Wendy's Chili Seasoning Copycat: Recreating the Iconic Flavor at Home**

Wendy's chili is a beloved fast-food classic, renowned for its hearty texture, savory richness, and the perfect balance of spices. If you're craving that iconic chili flavor at home, look no further! This article presents two exceptional copycat recipes that will satisfy your cravings and tantalize your taste buds. The first recipe is a classic Wendy's chili seasoning blend, meticulously crafted to replicate the original's distinctive taste. The second recipe takes it a step further, providing a complete chili recipe using the homemade seasoning blend, ensuring an authentic Wendy's chili experience in the comfort of your own kitchen. Get ready to indulge in a delicious and nostalgic culinary journey as we delve into these two remarkable recipes.

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WENDY'S CHILI RECIPE



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This Wendy's Chili copycat recipe is made with ground beef, bell pepper, onions, diced tomatoes, kidney beans, pinto beans and spices that will warm you up from the inside out!

Provided by insanelygood

Categories     Copycat Recipes     Dinner     Featured     Soup

Time 1h35m

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 Tbsp olive oil
2 pounds ground beef
2 stalks celery
1 onion (chopped)
1 green bell pepper (chopped)
3 (14 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chiles
1 (14 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 cup water
2 (1.25 ounce) packages chili seasoning
1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans (undrained)
1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans (undrained)
salt and pepper to taste
1 Tbsp White vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Place the ground beef in the pot. Press down the beef to form one large patty. Let the bottom brown for 8 to 10 minutes. Use a spatula to break up the beef into bite-size crumbles. Cook until no longer pink. About 5 more minutes.
  • Stir in the celery, onion, and green bell pepper and cook until onion is translucent. Should take around 5 minutes.
  • Pour in stewed tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chiles, tomato sauce, and water. Break up any large pieces of stewed tomatoes. (You can also run the stewed tomatoes through a food processor before adding if you like.) Stir in chili seasoning.
  • Add in the kidney beans and pinto beans. Salt and pepper to your desired taste. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour. Mix vinegar into chili.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 326 cal

WENDY'S CHILI



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You can recreate the famous taste of Wendy's Chili at home

Provided by Stephanie Manley

Categories     Soup

Time 1h45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 pounds fresh ground beef
1 quart tomato juice
1 (29-ounce) can tomato puree
15 ounces canned red beans (drained)
15 ounces canned pinto beans (drained)
1 large onion, chopped ((about 1½ cups))
½ cup diced celery
¼ cup diced green bell pepper
¼ cup chili powder ((you may want to use less, as some people find this is too much))
1 teaspoon cumin
1½ teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon oregano
½ teaspoon sugar
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown the ground beef.
  • Drain the grease from the browned ground beef.
  • Put the drained beef and the remaining ingredients in a 6-quart pot. Stir to combine.
  • Cover the pot; let it simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • In a skillet, brown the ground beef.
  • Drain the grease from the browned ground beef.
  • Put the drained beef and the remaining ingredients in a slow cooker.
  • Cook on low for 4 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 257 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 64 mg, Sodium 308 mg, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

WENDY'S CHILI SEASONING (COPYCAT)



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Make and share this Wendy's Chili Seasoning (copycat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Millereg

Categories     Grains

Time 15m

Yield 3/8 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons red pepper flakes
1 tablespoon seasoning salt
1 tablespoon instant minced onion, very finely crushed
1 teaspoon dry parsley flakes, rubbed to a fine dust
1 teaspoon garlic powder, very finely crushed
1 envelope taco seasoning mix ("or" 7½ teaspoons Miller's Taco Seasoning Mix - recipe ID # 22831)

Steps:

  • Stir all ingredients well together and store in a bottle with tight cap.
  • Store at room temperature and use within 6 months.

WENDY'S CHILI SEASONING RECIPE



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Wendy's chili seasoning is a treat for spicy food lovers. The elements added are extremely spicy and flavorful. Taste the flavors with your loved ones by making this copycat Wendy's chili seasoning recipe in just 5 minutes.

Provided by Yamini Rathore

Categories     copycat

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Corn Syrup
Distilled Vinegar
Natural Flavors
Gelatin
Salt

Steps:

  • Take a glass bottle or jar container.
  • Add corn syrup, distilled, natural flavors, gelatin, and salt to taste.
  • Shake the bottle to mix everything together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 5 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Sodium 270 mg, Sugar 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

WENDY'S ORIGINAL CHILI (COPYCAT)



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Make and share this Wendy's Original Chili (Copycat) recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cookin In Texas

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 1/2 lbs ground beef (twice ground)
2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 (10 ounce) can onion soup or 3 tablespoons onion powder
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons cocoa powder
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, undrained
6 teaspoons tomato paste
15 teaspoons tomato sauce
2 teaspoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vinegar
6 cups v 8 vegetable juice

Steps:

  • Brown beef inches.
  • Break meat into tiny pieces.
  • Place onion soup and half of cooked beef into a blender and process.
  • on high speed.
  • Place blended beef with unblended beef into a large saucepan.
  • Add remaining ingredients and simmer on low for 20-30 minutes.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of chili peppers. This will give your chili a more complex flavor. Some good options include ancho, guajillo, and chipotle peppers.
  • Toast your spices before using them. This will help to release their flavor and make them more aromatic.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients. There are many different ways to make chili, so feel free to add your own personal touch.
  • Let your chili simmer for a long time. This will help to develop the flavors and make the chili more tender.
  • Serve your chili with your favorite toppings. Some good options include sour cream, cheese, onions, and jalapenos.

Conclusion:

Wendy's chili seasoning is a delicious and versatile blend that can be used to make a variety of chili recipes. Whether you're looking for a classic chili recipe or something a little more unique, Wendy's chili seasoning is a great place to start. With its smoky, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor, Wendy's chili seasoning is sure to please everyone at your table.

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