A classic comfort food with a twist! These chili cheese hot dogs are topped with savory chili, melted cheese, and fresh herbs—perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients:
4 hot dog buns 🌭
4 beef or turkey hot dogs 🐄
1 lb ground beef or turkey (for chili) 🍖
1 can chili beans (or make your own chili) 🥫
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
1 small onion, diced 🧅
2 tbsp ketchup 🍅
1 tsp mustard 🌟
1 tsp chili powder 🌶️
Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
Fresh cilantro for garnish 🌿
Instructions:
Cook the chili: In a skillet, cook the ground beef or turkey until browned. Add onions and cook until softened. Stir in chili beans, ketchup, mustard, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Let simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Cook the hot dogs: While the chili is simmering, cook your hot dogs either by grilling or boiling them.
Assemble the hot dogs: Place each cooked hot dog into a bun. Spoon a generous amount of the chili mixture over the hot dog.
Add cheese: Top with shredded cheddar cheese, letting it melt into the chili for that gooey goodness.
Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh cilantro and serve immediately with a side of fries or chips.
Enjoy this delicious, cheesy, and chili-packed treat! Perfect for a summer cookout or a quick weeknight meal.
