Juicy Chili Cheese Dogs with beef franks, hearty chili, and melted cheese. Perfect for family dinners, game nights, or cookouts.

Scale

8 beef hot dogs

8 hot dog buns

1 lb ground beef (80/20)

1 can diced tomatoes (14 oz)

2 tbsp tomato paste

1 tbsp chili powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp cumin

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp onion powder

Salt & pepper to taste

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Olive oil for cooking

1. Preheat grill or stovetop pan.

2. Pat hot dogs dry and warm buns in foil.

3. Cook hot dogs until lightly charred, about 5–7 minutes.

4. In a skillet, cook ground beef until browned.

5. Add chili powder, paprika, cumin, garlic, and onion powder.

6. Stir in tomatoes and tomato paste, simmer 15 minutes.

7. Spoon chili over cooked hot dogs.

8. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and serve hot.

You can swap ground turkey or plant-based beef for the chili.

For extra spice, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce.

Chili can be made ahead and reheated when needed.

Keywords: Chili Cheese Dogs, Beef Hot Dogs, Cheesy Chili Dogs