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Buffalo Wild Wings Chili Copycat Soup

Game day just got a whole lot better with this hearty, spicy chili that tastes just like the one from Buffalo Wild Wings! It's loaded with beef, beans, and just the right amount of kick to keep everyone coming back for seconds. Plus, you can adjust the heat level to suit your crew—from "mild mannered" to "are you sure about this?"
Print Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds ground beef 80/20 blend
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 15-oz cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15-oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
  • 1 14.5-oz can diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 6-oz can tomato paste
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 3 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Toppings: shredded cheddar cheese sour cream, diced onions, jalapeño slices

Method
 

  1. In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add diced onion and bell pepper to the beef. Cook until vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
  3. Add tomato paste and stir well, cooking for 2 minutes to deepen the flavor.
  4. Pour in crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
  5. Add both types of beans, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar. Season with salt and black pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings—don't skimp on the cheese and sour cream!