Loaded Chili Cheese Dogs
Hot dogs topped with warm canned chili and melted cheddar cheese, ready in under 10 minutes. A classic American weeknight dinner that tastes indulgent but requires zero cooking skill.
- Total time
- 8 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 520
- Protein
- 22g
Ingredients
- 4 count hot dogs
- 4 count hot dog buns
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chili
- ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- 1
Heat a skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 2
Sear hot dogs 90 seconds per side without moving until browned and heated through.
- 3
Toast the buns in the same skillet 30 seconds per side until light golden.
- 4
Warm the canned chili in a small pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally, ~3 minutes.
- 5
Nestle each hot dog into a bun, then top generously with warm chili and shredded cheddar.
- 6
Serve immediately while cheese is still melty.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- small pot
- spoon
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