WENDY’S CHILI COPYCAT IN THE SLOW COOKER

Here’s a warm and hearty Wendy’s Chili Copycat recipe made right in your slow cooker — loaded with ground beef, beans, and bold seasoning just like the classic, but even better homemade!

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🍲 Wendy’s Chili (Slow Cooker Copycat)

🍽️ Servings: 6–8

🕒 Prep Time: 15 min | Cook Time: 6–8 hrs

📌 Hearty | Savory | Slow Cooker Classic

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📝 Ingredients:

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 (29 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (29 oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 large onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 packet chili seasoning or use the blend below
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp sugar
• 1½ cups water

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🔥 Directions:

1. Brown the beef:
   In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
2. Combine in slow cooker:
   Add browned beef and all remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
3. Cook:
   • Low for 6–8 hours
   • or High for 3–4 hours
4. Taste & serve:
   Adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with crackers, shredded cheese, or sour cream.

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✅ Tips & Notes:

• Want more heat? Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
• Great for meal prep – flavors get better the next day!
• Double the recipe for game day or gatherings.

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❄️ Storage:

• Fridge: Store up to 4–5 days in an airtight container
• Freezer: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight and reheat on the stove or microwave.