Description
Looking for the best simple chili cheese dogs? This quick, easy, and fun recipe is hearty, cheesy, and so satisfying! Perfect for game days, casual dinners, or summer cookouts. These easy hot dogs are the best way to enjoy a classic comfort food. Save this fun dinner idea today!
Ingredients
- 8 hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook ground beef and onion until browned. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in tomato sauce, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Simmer 15-20 minutes until thickened.
- Cook hot dogs using your preferred method.
- Place each hot dog in a bun and top with chili.
- Sprinkle with cheddar cheese and melt under broiler or in oven until cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with green onions and serve hot.
Notes
- Add jalapeños or hot sauce for extra spice.
- Toast buns for more texture and sturdiness.
- Make chili ahead for quick assembly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop & Oven
- Cuisine: American