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Crockpot Wendy's Chili

Crockpot Wendy's Chili is a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for cold days and easy to prepare in a slow cooker, making it ideal for busy schedules and family gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meat and Beans
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with turkey or chicken for a leaner option
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
Vegetables and Seasoning
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat and drain the fat.
  2. Add the beef to the crockpot along with the beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, onion, bell pepper, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir to combine.
Cooking
  1. Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.

Notes

Serve hot with toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or tortilla chips. Optional to serve with cornbread or over rice. For extra flavor, add Worcester sauce or cayenne pepper. To store, let cool and transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for 4-5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.