Description
Chili Cheese Dogs are a quick and delicious meal featuring juicy hot dog sausages topped with hearty chili and melted cheddar cheese. Optional toppings like diced onions and jalapeños add extra flavor and a bit of heat, making this classic American street food favorite perfect for a casual lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Dogs
- 4 hot dog sausages
- 4 hot dog buns
Toppings
- 1 cup chili (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup diced onions (optional)
- ¼ cup diced jalapeños (optional)
- Ketchup, mustard, or other condiments of your choice
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or pan. Preheat your grill, stovetop grill pan, or skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the sausages.
- Cook the hot dogs. Place the hot dog sausages on the grill or pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated evenly and slightly browned.
- Heat the chili. While the sausages are cooking, warm the chili in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it is hot and bubbling.
- Assemble the chili cheese dogs. Once the sausages are cooked, place each hot dog in a bun, top generously with the heated chili and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add optional toppings and condiments. Add diced onions and jalapeños if desired, then drizzle with ketchup, mustard, or your preferred condiments to taste.
- Serve immediately. Serve the chili cheese dogs hot for the best flavor and enjoyment.
Notes
- You can use homemade chili or store-bought chili depending on your preference and time availability.
- For extra melty cheese, place the assembled chili cheese dogs under a broiler for 1-2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeños to control the heat level.
- Grilling the buns slightly can add a nice texture and flavor contrast.
- Feel free to customize condiments like adding sour cream or pickles for extra zing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
