Description
A classic and comforting recipe for Chili Cheese Dogs featuring grilled hot dog sausages, warmed chili, and melted cheddar cheese, topped with optional diced onions and jalapeños, served in soft hot dog buns. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Dogs
- 4 hot dog sausages
- 4 hot dog buns
Chili & 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 Grill or Pan: Preheat your grill, stovetop grill pan, or skillet over medium heat to prepare for cooking the hot dogs evenly.
- Cook Hot Dog Sausages: Place the hot dog sausages on the grill or pan and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated through and slightly charred if desired.
- Heat Chili: While the hot dogs cook, warm the chili in a saucepan over medium heat until it is hot and bubbling, ensuring it is ready to serve.
- Assemble Chili Cheese Dogs: Place the cooked hot dogs into the hot dog buns, then spoon the warmed chili evenly over each sausage and top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add Toppings and Condiments: Add optional diced onions and jalapeños for extra flavor and texture, then drizzle with your choice of ketchup, mustard, or other preferred condiments.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the assembled chili cheese dogs right away while warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can make the chili from scratch or use your favorite store-bought variety.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeños and onions according to taste preferences or omit for a milder flavor.
- For a crispy bun, toast the buns lightly on the grill or skillet before assembling.
- Use different cheese varieties like mozzarella or pepper jack for varied flavor profiles.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated, but are best enjoyed fresh.
