Description
These Chili Cheese Dogs are a quick and delicious way to elevate your classic hot dog. Juicy grilled sausages are nestled in soft buns, smothered in warm, flavorful chili, and topped with melted cheddar cheese, onions, jalapeños, and your favorite condiments for a perfect crowd-pleasing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Dogs
- 4 hot dog sausages
- 4 hot dog buns
Toppings
- 1 cup of your favorite chili (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced onions (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced jalapeños (optional)
- Ketchup (mustard, or other condiments of your choice)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or skillet: Preheat your grill, stovetop grill pan, or skillet over medium heat to ensure even cooking and to get nice grill marks on the sausages.
- Cook the hot dogs: Place the hot dog sausages on the grill or in the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are heated through and have grill marks on all sides.
- Warm the chili: While the hot dogs are cooking, warm the chili in a saucepan over medium heat until it’s hot and bubbly, perfect for topping.
- Assemble the hot dogs: Once the hot dogs are cooked, place each one in a hot dog bun, getting ready for toppings.
- Add the chili: Spoon a generous amount of warm chili over each hot dog, covering them well for maximum flavor.
- Sprinkle cheese: Top the chili-covered hot dogs with shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt slightly over the warm chili.
- Add optional toppings: If desired, sprinkle diced onions and jalapeños over the cheese for added crunch and spice.
- Add condiments: Drizzle ketchup, mustard, or any other condiments you prefer over the assembled hot dogs.
- Serve immediately: Serve the chili cheese dogs hot and enjoy a satisfying, flavorful meal.
Notes
- You can substitute the chili with a vegetarian or vegan chili to suit dietary preferences.
- Try adding other toppings such as sour cream or pickled jalapeños for extra flavor.
- Cooking times may vary based on the grill or skillet heat; watch closely to avoid overcooking.
- Choose high-quality sausages for the best taste.
- For a spicier kick, use spicier chili or add hot sauce as a condiment.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
