Budget-friendly Wendy’s Chili Recipe Copycat

When you seek comfort food, Wendy’s Chili is about as comforting as it gets.

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This budget-friendly recipe has so many uses, freezes well, is perfect for meal prep, and can be made to serve your family or a large crowd.

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Get ready for your family to come in drooling and begging to know when dinner will be ready.

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Ground Beef Jalapeno Seasonings Tomatoes Beans

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HOW TO MAKE WENDY’S CHILI

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Drain excess fat if necessary, then add in the garlic, sugar, oregano, cumin, chili powder, black pepper, salt and cayenne pepper, stirring until the garlic becomes fragrant.

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Then add in the tomato juice, water, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce and butter and bring everything to a boil.

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Simmer the chili for 30 minutes.

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