Loaded Cheesy Chili Hotdogs — Bursting with Flavor
Introduction
There’s nothing quite like a loaded chili cheese hotdog to satisfy a craving for bold, comforting flavors. Juicy hotdogs nestled in soft buns, smothered with rich chili, gooey melted cheese, and zesty toppings make every bite a flavor explosion. Perfect for backyard cookouts, game days, or a fun weeknight dinner, these hotdogs are indulgent, crowd-pleasing, and insanely satisfying. They’re easy to make, fully customizable, and guaranteed to be a hit with kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
For the hotdogs
- 8 beef or pork hotdogs (about 450 g / 1 lb)
- 8 hotdog buns
- 1 tablespoon butter (14 g / 0.5 oz), for toasting buns
For the chili
- 1 cup cooked ground beef (225 g / 8 oz)
- ½ cup diced onion (80 g / 2.8 oz)
- 1 clove garlic, minced (3 g)
- 1 cup canned diced tomatoes (240 ml / 8 fl oz)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (30 g / 1 oz)
- 1 teaspoon chili powder (2 g)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (1 g)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the toppings
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (100 g / 3.5 oz)
- ¼ cup diced pickled jalapeños (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
Directions
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