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    Home » Main Course » Chili Cheese Dogs

    Published: Jan 19, 2015 · Modified: Jun 8, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

    Chili Cheese Dogs

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    a hot dog smothered in chili and melted cheese, topped with sour cream and sliced green onions sitting on a white plate with a bottle of Guinness in the background

    When I posted my Guinness Chili last year, I promised that I would post the recipe for the Chili Cheese Dogs "soon". Well better late than never, right? Summer is the season for hot dogs on the grill. January is the season for hot dogs covered in delicious chili and cheese...and beer...and football! Here is my version of a Chili Cheese Dog.....

    a hot dog smothered in chili and melted cheese, topped with sour cream and sliced green onions sitting on a white plate with a bottle of Guinness in the background

    Yes, I do realize that making hot dogs is not rocket science, but there are some subtle things that can make all the difference in the finished product!

    Tips and Tricks for making awesome Chili Cheese Dogs:

    First thing to take into consideration, is the Hot Dog Buns.....

    hot dog buns sitting on a wire rack

    These homemade hot dog buns are sturdier than the "fluffy" buns that you find in your local grocery store bakery. These babies are up to the challenge of supporting all of that delicious chili!

    Speaking of chili, I have a few of different options for you based on your taste preferences:

    Chili Sauce for Hot Dogs - no beans

    Guinness Chili with beans

    Jack Daniels Chili with beans.

    I used Guinness Chili for the images that you see in this post, it is one of my favorites!

    a chili and melted cheese covered hot dog in a homemade hot dog bun sitting on a white plate with a bottle of Guinness in the background

    Another one of my personal preferences, Applegate Natural All Beef Hot Dogs. They are nitrate free, antibiotic free, and taste delicious!!

    How to make Chili Cheese Dogs:

    If you are using homemade hot dog buns, cut a large circle in the top of the bun and remove the excess bun to create a bowl effect.....

    Chili Cheese Dogs bun cookingwithcurls.com

    Now spoon some heated chili into the cavity.....

    Chili Cheese Dogs chili cookingwithcurls.com

    Place your heated hot dog on top of the chili and top with additional chili and cheese.....

    Chili Cheese Dogs cheese cookingwithcurls.com

    Place in the microwave and heat until cheese is melted, about 30 seconds or so. Or place in a preheated oven until the cheese is melted.

    Garnish with sour cream/Greek yogurt and serve.....

    close up image of a chili and melted cheese covered hot dog with sour cream and sliced green onions on top sitting on a white plate

    If you want to be a rebel and slice your hot dog bun in half, it will still work, it will just be extra messy! You will definitely need a knife and fork!

    More delicious chili topped recipes:

    • Chili Cheese Dog Pizza
    • Chili Mac and Cheese
    • Irish Chili Nachos

    Enjoy!!

    a hot dog smothered in chili and melted cheese, topped with sour cream and sliced green onions sitting on a white plate with a bottle of Guinness in the background

    Chili Cheese Dogs

    The whole family will LOVE these Chili Cheese Dogs, I dare you to just eat one!
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    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: hot dog, beef, buns, chili, cheese, recipe, game, party
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 20 minutes
    Servings: 8 Servings
    Calories: 378kcal
    Author: Lisa Johnson

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups of your choice of chili
    • 8 uncured, sulfite free hot dogs (I used Applegate)
    • 8 hot dog buns
    • 1 cup shredded cheese I used colby/jack
    • sour cream or Greek yogurt to garnish
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    Instructions

    • If you have made your chili ahead of time, or using leftovers, heat chili and set aside.
    • Heat hot dogs. I usually microwave mine for 25 seconds each.
    • If using homemade hot dog buns, cut a large circle in the top of the bun. Carefully remove to create a bowl effect.
    • Spoon some chili into the bottom of the hot dog bun. Top with hot dog, then additional chili.
    • Sprinkle cheese over the top and microwave to melt the cheese.
    • Garnish with a dollop of sour cream/Greek yogurt if desired and serve.

    Notes

    • I used my favorite Guinness Chili recipe.
    • Homemade Hot Dog Buns are nice and sturdy for these chili dogs.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 378kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 1095mg | Potassium: 356mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 179mg | Iron: 4.3mg
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    1. Amy at Ms. Toody Goo Shoes says

      January 20, 2015 at 9:36 pm

      Now THAT's a hot dog! Yum!

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      • Lisa Johnson says

        January 21, 2015 at 4:39 pm

        Thanks so much Amy! It is definitely filling. 🙂

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    2. marcie says

      January 23, 2015 at 10:55 pm

      Yes, I remember you Guinness chili...I made it and loved it! So I know I would love this hot dog. There isn't a much better Game Day food than this! 🙂

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    3. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says

      January 27, 2015 at 2:29 pm

      Yum! Perfect for game day!

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    4. jan says

      January 27, 2015 at 9:16 pm

      Oh those look great! I make them all the time but now think I need to try your buns and see if they contain the goodies better than my current method! Thanks for sharing over at Treasure Tuesday!

      Reply
    5. Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says

      January 28, 2015 at 3:06 pm

      I crave this kind of hot dog all the time! One of my (secret) favorites.....especially for game day! YUM, Lisa!!

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