Description
Loaded with hearty homemade chili, melty cheddar cheese, and baked to perfection—these chili cheese dogs are the ultimate comfort food for game days, BBQs, and family dinners!
Ingredients
For the Chili:
- 1/2 pound ground beef
- 1 cup tomato sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Chili Cheese Dogs:
- 6 hot dog buns
- 6 beef hot dogs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion (optional)
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat Oven – Set oven to 375°F (190°C).
2️⃣ Make the Chili – In a skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat. Add tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 5 minutes.
3️⃣ Assemble the Hot Dogs – Place hot dog buns in a baking dish. Add a hot dog to each bun, then spoon chili over the top.
4️⃣ Add Cheese & Bake – Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chili dogs. Bake for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and buns are slightly toasted.
5️⃣ Garnish & Serve – Sprinkle with chopped red onion if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- Use jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Swap cheddar cheese for pepper jack or mozzarella for a different flavor.
- Toast buns lightly before baking for added crispiness.
- Serve with fries, coleslaw, or a fresh salad for a complete meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Comfort Food
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
