Forget the days of having to drive to your nearest Wendy’s. Soon, you can enjoy Wendy’s right in your living room! And no, we’re not talking about these Wendy’s copycat recipes—even if they are delicious.
Wendy’s chili—a classic Wendy’s menu item that has been available for decades and is now available at every Wendy’s location—is officially arriving in grocery stores. So while you can pick up some ingredients to make your very own Wendy’s chili recipe, soon you’ll be able to get your hands on a can of the familiar chili we know and love.
Wait, What? I Can Pick Up Wendy’s Chili From the Grocery Store?
It’s true—get ready to skip the Wendy’s drive-thru! Several fast-food chains are extending, or have already extended, their selection beyond their store walls onto grocery stores shelves. That now includes Wendy’s, thanks to a new announcement about Wendy’s chili.
The announcement comes from Conagra Brands at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York conference, as popular Instagram snacks and food account @snackolator confirms in a social media post.
What Will the Chili Be Like?
According to a listing on Instacart, the original chili will be sold in 15-ounce cans. The listing says, “packed with beef, chili beans and lots of flavor, this hearty meal is both delicious and satisfying!”
Additionally, the listing claims that there is 29 grams of protein per can and the meal is microwavable.
When Will Wendy’s Chili Be Coming to Stores?
Although it has been confirmed that Wendy’s chili will be making its way into stores—no exact stores have been specified—in 2023, there is no official release date yet. However, many are predicting the wait won’t be long since the listing has made its way to Instacart.
Until then, we’ll be indulging in these other fast-food items you can find at the grocery store.
Wendy’s Copycat Recipes You’ll Love
My 3-year-old went through a chicken-nuggets-and-french-fries-only stage, so I made these golden nuggets for him. Even the grown-ups like them! —Amanda Livesay, Mobile, Alabama
In spring we look for something light and refreshing on the menu after the heavier comfort food of winter; this salad is a great solution. —Muriel Bertrand, Shoreview, Minnesota
Do you know which Wendy’s salads are the healthiest? Here they are, ranked.
My family is all about chili fries, but restaurant versions pile on the calories. For a healthier approach, bake the fries and serve them with green onions and avocado. —Beverly Nowling, Bristol, Florida
These special stuffed baked potatoes are a hit with my whole family, from the smallest grandchild on up. I prepare them up to a week in advance, wrap them well and freeze. Their flavorful filling goes so nicely with juicy ham slices. —Marge Clark, West Lebanon, Indiana
My favorite memory of eating this dish was when my mom made it for lunch on weekends when we were home from school and could have something other than “brown bag” lunches. Happy memories of childhood and late summer days just make this salad extra special. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
This is a great kid-friendly recipe that takes only 20 minutes to prepare and cook.—Sharon Haswell, Cheshire, Massachusetts
I threw these ingredients together on a whim and the sandwich turned out so well, I surprised myself! If you’re in a rush, microwave the bacon—just cover it with a paper towel to keep it from spattering too much. —Dana York, Kennewick, Washington
Yes, you do want fries with that—especially these crispy, golden fries, full of garlic flavor and just a little bit of heat. —Steve Westphal, Wind Lake, Wisconsin
We devour these spicy chicken nuggets at least once a week. If you want to tone down the heat, skip the chipotle pepper. —Cheryl Cook, Palmyra, Virginia
Where can you get a juicy burger that is so superior to drive-thru fare? Right in your backyard with this delicious bacon cheeseburger recipe. —Jackie Burns, Silverdale, Washington