Chili Dogs
Jul 13, 2025 10:08 AM
My husband loves pretty much anything topped with chili and he can scarf down a plate of chili dogs faster than you can say chili dogs. I happen to love them too. There just isn't anything better for game days, backyard cookouts, or any ol' weeknight when you need a family-friendly dinner. It's as simple as making a quick pot of homemade chili, cooking the hot dogs anyway you like (grilled, boiled, pan-fried—it's up to you!), and letting everyone load theirs up. Easy-peasy!
For chili dogs, I like a bean-free chili that's relatively smooth, almost like a sauce, so that's what you'll find here. That way it clings better to the hot dog and bun, rather than falling off onto your plate. This chili is bold, tangy, and a little spicy, but you can control the heat by how much cayenne you add. Other than the chili, a sprinkle of cheddar cheese and diced red onion do it for me, but you could always add a scoop of coleslaw, squirt of mustard, or pickled jalapeños to yours. And if you get too ambitious with the hot dog toppings, just pull out a knife and fork. There are no rules to hot dog recipes!
Ingredients:
Chili
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil
- 1 large red onion, finely diced
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 3 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 Tbsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. ground cumin
- 1 tsp. kosher salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 to 3/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup ketchup
- 2 Tbsp. yellow mustard
For Serving
- 8 all-beef hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns (such as potato buns), toasted
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese (about 4 ounces)
Prep Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
45 minutes
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