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Chili Cheese Dogs

Chili Cheese Dogs are a delicious and hearty meal that combines juicy hot dogs, rich chili, and melted cheese, all served in a soft bun. Perfect for game day or a casual gathering!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 4 hot dogs hot dogs beef or turkey
  • 4 buns hot dog buns soft and fresh
For the Chili
  • 1 can chili beans 15 oz can
  • 1 cup ground beef cooked
  • 1 cup onion diced
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese shredded

Method
 

Prepare the Chili
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the diced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the cooked ground beef, chili beans, chili powder, and cumin to the skillet. Stir to combine and simmer for about 10 minutes until heated through.
Cook the Hot Dogs
  1. While the chili simmers, grill or boil the hot dogs according to package instructions until heated through.
  2. Once cooked, place each hot dog in a bun.
Assemble the Chili Cheese Dogs
  1. Spoon a generous amount of the chili mixture over each hot dog in the bun.
  2. Top each chili dog with shredded cheddar cheese.
Serve
  1. Serve immediately while hot. Enjoy with your favorite toppings such as diced jalapeños or sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g

Notes

Feel free to customize your chili cheese dogs with additional toppings like diced onions, jalapeños, or a drizzle of mustard.

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