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    Copycat Tim Horton’s Chili

    Published: Jan 28, 2022 · Modified: Jan 28, 2022 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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    If you love the hot and delicious chili from Tim Horton’s then you’ll love this copycat recipe. This copycat Tim Horton’s chili is so easy to make at home.

    Copycat Tim Horton's Chili in two bowls with a red linen and a bowl of cheese

    When we lived in Canada there were Tim Horton locations every where! My friend from Ohio used to work at one while she was in college so I had heard of Tim’s before but I had never been to one. I know there are a few in the US but when we lived in Canada, I lived in walking distance of one which was really cool.

    Copycat Tim Horton's Chili in a bowl with a red linen and small bowl of cheese behind it

    Besides their cookies and lemon loaf, I really liked their chili. I was pregnant with my second child and really just plain exhausted. I didn’t cook much in those days since we had moved internationally and I had a 10 month old. I would load my son up in his stroller and grab lunch or goodies from Tim Horton’s more than I should have. Now that we are back in Texas, we don’t have a Tim’s so of course I had to make a copycat recipe for their chili.

    Ingredients needed

    ingredients needed to make copycat Tim Horton's Chili

    For this recipe, you will need:

    • Ground beef: I used a lean variety.
    • White onion: You’ll need one small white onion.
    • Celery: You’ll need just one stalk of celery.
    • Green bell pepper: Green peppers just like the original.
    • Canned kidney beans: You’ll need one can of kidney beans (540 ml or about 16 to 18 ounces depending on the brand)
    • Canned mushrooms: Or you can also use fresh if that’s what you have on hand. You’ll need one small can of mushrooms.
    • Tomato paste: You’ll need two tablespoons of tomato paste.
    • Canned diced tomatoes: Don’t discard the juice, you will want to add it to the chili too.
    • Chili powder, oregano, sugar, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika: To season the chili.
    • Salt and pepper: I recommend doing salt and pepper to taste.
    • White wine vinegar: Or white vinegar also works. This will mellow out the chili.
    • Water: You will also need about one cup of water.

    How to make

    Begin by browning your ground beef and draining the fat in a large skillet. Next, in a large pot add one tablespoon of cooking oil. Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Saute over medium heat until the onions become translucent.

    Add in the ground beef, tomato paste, and canned tomatoes with their juices. Drain and then rinse your kidney beans and drain your canned mushrooms. Add them to the mix.

    Add the spices, sugar, and white wine vinegar. Stir well. Add about one cup of water.

    Cook on low heat and let simmer for at least two hours.

    Can you make this in a slow cooker?

    Yes, you can absolutely make this recipe in a slow cooker. Brown and drain the fat from your ground beef. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well.

    Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours in your slow cooker.

    How to store leftovers

    Store any leftovers in your refrigerator in an airtight container. Leftovers will be good for up to four days after making.

    If desired, you can also freeze leftovers. I prefer to freeze them in a large freezer safe plastic storage bag (such as Ziplock). Remove any excess air before freezing.

    Tips for this recipe

    • Let your chili simmer for awhile. The longer it simmers the better flavor it will have.
    • Add salt and pepper to taste.

    Other recipes that you might like:

    • Copycat Wendy’s Chili in the Crockpot
    • Crockpot Veggie Loaded Beef Chili
    • Copycat Starbucks Banana Bread
    • Copycat Starbucks Vanilla Steamer

    If you have any other copycat Tim Horton’s recipes that you would like to see please let me know in the comments!

    Copycat Tim Horton's Chili in two bowls with a red linen and a bowl of cheese

    Copycat Tim Horton’s Chili

    Audrey
    If you love the hot and delicious chili from Tim Horton's then you'll love this copycat recipe. This copycat Tim Horton's chili is so easy to make at home.
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 2 hrs
    Total Time 2 hrs 15 mins
    Course Dinner
    Cuisine Canadian
    Servings 4 servings

    Equipment

    • Large cooking pot

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 pound ground beef about 450 grams
    • 1 can kidney beans about 540 ml or about 16 to 18 ounces depending on the brand
    • 1 rib celery (one single piece from a bunch) ends removed, finely diced
    • 1 small white onion finely diced
    • 1 green bell pepper diced
    • 1 can mushrooms (small can) drained
    • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
    • 1 can diced tomatoes with juice (540 ml or 16 ounces)
    • 2 tablespoons chili powder
    • ½ teaspoon sugar
    • ¼ teaspoon oregano
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar or substitute white vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon paprika
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Begin by browning your ground beef and draining the fat in a large skillet.
    • Next, in a large pot add one tablespoon of cooking oil.
    • Add the onion, celery, and bell pepper. Saute over medium heat until the onions become translucent.
    • Add in the ground beef, tomato paste, and canned tomatoes with their juices. Drain and then rinse your kidney beans and drain your canned mushrooms. Add them to the mix.
    • Add the spices, sugar, and white wine vinegar. Stir well. Add about one cup of water.
    • Cook on low heat and let simmer for at least two hours.

    Notes

    I did my best to add the Canadian measurements, please correct me if I’m off as it has been a few years since I was an American living in Canada.
    To make this in your slow cooker:
    Brown and drain the fat from your ground beef. Add to your slow cooker then add the remaining ingredients and stir well. Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours.
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    Comments

    1. Jerika

      February 04, 2022 at 8:00 am

      5 stars
      Looks so delish!:) Can’t wait to pair this up with my rice. Yum! Thanks!:)

      Reply
    2. Jill

      February 04, 2022 at 8:35 am

      5 stars
      Sounds so comforting and perfect for these wintery nights!

      Reply
    3. Leslie

      February 04, 2022 at 8:40 am

      5 stars
      This chili is a winner!

      Reply
    4. Elizabeth

      February 04, 2022 at 8:50 am

      5 stars
      So yummy! Will definitely make again!

      Reply
    5. Pam Greer

      February 04, 2022 at 3:54 pm

      5 stars
      Everyone said this is way better than my usual chili recipe! It’s a keeper!

      Reply
    6. Agnieszka

      February 04, 2022 at 10:06 pm

      5 stars
      Just like Tim Horton’s! Truly exceptional.

      Reply
    7. Toni

      February 05, 2022 at 6:42 am

      5 stars
      This is now a staple at my house! Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
    8. Katie Youngs

      February 06, 2022 at 7:44 am

      5 stars
      Chili is one of my all-time favorite meals. This one sounds so delicious!

      Reply

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