Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with Loaded Classic Chili Cheese Dogs! These delectable hot dogs are topped with rich, zesty chili and gooey melted cheese, delivering an explosion of flavor in every bite. Perfect for game days, summer barbecues, or cozy nights in, this easy-to-make recipe will transport you back to carefree county fairs. Indulge in this nostalgic delight that’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 hot dogs (beef, turkey, or plant-based)
- 1 can (15 oz) chili (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 hot dog buns
- 1/2 cup sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- Mustard and ketchup to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Grill the hot dogs for 5-7 minutes until heated through and charred, turning occasionally.
- While grilling, heat chili in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling.
- Prepare toppings by chopping onions and slicing jalapeños.
- Once hot dogs are done, place each in a bun and generously spoon chili on top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the chili, then add jalapeños, diced onions, mustard, and ketchup as desired.
- Serve immediately while hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Loaded Classic Chili Cheese Dog
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg