Craving a quick, easy, and satisfying meal? Look no further than chili dogs, a classic American dish that combines the flavors of savory chili, juicy hot dogs, and pillowy soft buns. This versatile dish can be customized to suit your taste preferences, with various toppings and condiments to choose from. In this article, we present two irresistible chili dog recipes: a classic version and a vegetarian alternative. Both recipes are easy to follow and use simple ingredients, making them perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. So, gather your friends and family, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate chili dog experience.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
CHILI CHEESE DOGS
Chili Cheese Dogs are like no other hot dog you have ever had! These are fast, easy and insanely delicious.
Provided by Alyssa Rivers
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a 9x13 inch baking dish add the hot dogs. Put the hot dogs into the bun.
- Evenly top with the chili or homemade chili and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until cheese is melted and heated through. Top with optional toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Cholesterol 60 mg, Sodium 754 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHILI DOGS
There are few things more indulgent than biting into a chili dog. With a soft bun, all-beef hot dog, warm ground beef chili, and melted cheddar cheese, this easy recipe is the best way to eat a hot dog.
Provided by Kristen Stevens
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Add the ground beef to a small pot over medium heat. Let it cook until you see some fat in the pan then add the onion and garlic. Continue to cook until the meat is no longer pink and the onion is soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add the honey and chili powder to the pot and stir well. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to caramelize the honey then add the diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Let the chili simmer on low heat while you prepare the dogs and buns.
- Cook the hot dogs and warm the buns over a fire, on a grill, or in a pan on your stove. When they're ready, put a hot dog in each bun and top with ¼ cup of the chili, 2 tablespoons of shredded cheddar, and some green onions. (See notes)
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 hot dog, Calories 385 kcal, Sugar 6 g, Sodium 970 mg, Fat 16 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 1 g, Carbohydrate 35 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, UnsaturatedFat 8 g
CHILI DOGS, COLLEGE STYLE!
Make and share this Chili Dogs, College Style! recipe from Food.com.
Provided by pammyowl
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 3-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the chili and hot dogs in the same pan until hot.
- Put the hot dogs in a split hot dog bun, cover with chili cheese and onion.
- Eat!
- Note: You could toast the buns first, although I don't.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1108.8, Fat 68.5, SaturatedFat 33, Cholesterol 167.7, Sodium 3151.1, Carbohydrate 75.5, Fiber 12.3, Sugar 11.7, Protein 50.7
CHILI DOGS
Steps:
- Put a skillet over medium heat and drizzle in a 2-count of olive oil. When the oil gets hazy, add the onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until it is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the ground beef, breaking it up with the back of a spoon, and cook until nicely browned, about 10 more minutes. Stir in the ketchup, chili powder, and mustard and simmer for 15 minutes until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- While the chili is cooking, get the grill going. Place a large grill pan on 2 burners over medium-high heat or preheat an outdoor gas or charcoal barbecue and get it very hot. Take a few paper towels and fold them several times to make a thick square. Blot a small
- amount of oil on the paper towel. Then carefully and quickly wipe the hot grates of the grill to make a nonstick grilling surface.
- Bring a pot of water up to a simmer and parboil the dogs for about 5 minutes. Take them out of the water, pat them dry, and grill them just long enough to mark them. (That'll give them a grilled flavor too.) Brush the insides of the rolls with olive oil and lay them face down on the grill; cook until toasty. To serve, put a dog in each roll and top with the chili and some Cheddar.
CHILI DOGS
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 15m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler.
- Brown the franks in a small skillet over medium heat. Lightly toast the buns under the broiler. Put the franks on the buns and spoon on a bunch of chili. Add the cheese all over the top, then heat in the microwave to melt the cheese, 25 to 35 seconds. (Or if you're using an ovensafe plate, place it under a low broiler until the cheese melts, about 1 minute.) Sprinkle with the onion and dive in.
- In a large, heavy pot, brown the ground beef with the garlic over medium heat until the beef is totally cooked, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain off most of the excess fat, leaving a little behind for moisture and flavor. Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne. Stir together well, cover the pot and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally; if the liquid level seems low, add up to 1 cup water to keep it from burning.
- After an hour, stir in the kidney and pinto beans. In a small bowl, combine the masa harina with 1/2 cup water and stir together with a fork until it's smooth. Pour the masa mixture into the chili. Stir together well, then taste the chili and adjust the seasonings. Simmer the chili for another 10 minutes to thicken, then turn off the heat and let it cool.
- Fill freezer bags with 2-cup portions and freeze them flat for easy stacking (or freeze in other freezer-safe containers).
CHILI CONEY DOGS
From the youngest kids to the oldest adults, everyone in our family loves these hot dogs. Inspired by the classic Coney dog, they're so easy to throw together in the morning or even the night before. -Michele Harris, Vicksburg, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 4h20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 6-8 minutes, breaking into crumbles; drain. Stir in tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, onion and seasonings., Place hot dogs in a 3-qt. slow cooker; top with beef mixture. Cook, covered, on low 4-5 hours or until heated through. Serve on buns with toppings as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 20g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 992mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
TEXAS CHILI DOG
Whether you're tailgating, watching the big game at home or just planning a family movie night, this Texas Chili Dog is guaranteed to please. Delicious Ball Park Brand® Franks are even better when topped with hearty Texas chili, freshly grated cheese and chopped sweet onion. You can always add a few slices of jalapeno, if you like it hot. Tater Tots or Fritos make the best sides.
Provided by Ball Park Buns
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Ball Park Buns
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- To make chili, brown ground beef in 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large saucepan for about 10 minutes over medium heat.
- Add onion and red bell pepper, stirring well. Add tomato sauce and seasonings, stirring well.
- Allow mixture to bubble for about 10 minutes, then reduce heat to simmer and cook at least 30 minutes.
- To make hot dogs, cook on your grill or on a grill pan until just seared on the outside.
- Meanwhile, toast buns in a 400-degree oven for about 10 minutes, taking care not to brown.
- Swipe each bun with mustard, top with chili as desired, followed by grated cheese, onion and, if you're brave, jalapenos.
- If you'd like the cheese all melty, place chili dogs on a foil-lined cookie sheet and run under a hot broiler for 2 to 3 minutes or until cheese bubbles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 760.7 calories, Carbohydrate 43.6 g, Cholesterol 131.6 mg, Fat 48.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 37.6 g, SaturatedFat 22 g, Sodium 1638.4 mg, Sugar 4 g
CHILI DOGS
I got the recipe for the hearty sauce more than 20 years ago from an aunt who lived in Chicago. We love it at home or on a picnic.-Linda Rainey, Monahans, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large skillet, cook beef and garlic over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomato juice, tomato paste, chili powder, pepper sauce, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Keep hot until serving., Grill or broil hot dogs until heated through. Place on buns; top with chili. Sprinkle with onion and cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 390 calories, Fat 21g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 1184mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
Tips:
- Use a variety of chili dogs: A good Coney Island-style chili dog starts with a high-quality hot dog. You can use any type of hot dog you like, but some popular choices include all-beef hot dogs, pork and beef hot dogs, or even vegetarian hot dogs.
- Make your own chili: The chili is the key to a great chili dog. There are many different recipes for chili, so you can find one that suits your taste. Be sure to use fresh ingredients and simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes to develop the flavors.
- Don't skimp on the toppings: The toppings are what really make a chili dog special. Some popular toppings include shredded cheddar cheese, chopped onions, diced tomatoes, and yellow mustard. You can also get creative and add your own favorite toppings, such as bacon, jalapeños, or sauerkraut.
- Serve your chili dogs hot: Chili dogs are best served hot off the grill. If you're making them ahead of time, be sure to reheat them before serving.
Conclusion:
The chili dog is a classic American dish that is enjoyed by people of all ages. It's a simple dish to make, but it can be customized to your liking. Whether you like your chili dogs simple or loaded with toppings, there's a chili dog out there for everyone. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give the chili dog a try. You won't be disappointed.
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