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Chili Cheese Dogs

Name: Air Fryer Chili Cheese Dogs
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 packages (16 total) bun-length hot dogs; 1 can (15 oz) chili without beans; 1 small yellow onion, diced; 16 hot dog buns; Sweet relish, for topping; Dill relish, for topping; Yellow mustard, for topping; Ketchup, for topping; Shredded cheddar cheese, for topping

Air fryer chili cheese dogs are a quick American classic where bun-length hot dogs are crisped in the air fryer, then piled high with canned no-bean chili, sharp cheddar, diced onions, and a combination of relish, mustard, and ketchup. The air fryer method delivers toasty dogs in under 15 minutes with minimal cleanup.

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Total

15 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$19–$31

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Ingredients

2 packages (16 total) bun-length hot dogs
1 can (15 oz) chili without beans
1 small yellow onion, diced
16 hot dog buns
Sweet relish, for toppingoptional
Dill relish, for toppingoptional
Yellow mustard, for toppingoptional
Ketchup, for toppingoptional
Shredded cheddar cheese, for toppingoptional

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Instructions

1
Place the hot dogs in the air fryer basket.
2
Cook the hot dogs in the air fryer until toasty, rotating them halfway through cooking.
3
While the hot dogs are cooking, empty the can of chili into a microwave-safe bowl.
4
Cover the bowl with a paper towel and microwave until hot.
5
Dice the onion and set aside.
6
Once the hot dogs are cooked, place them in buns.
7
Top with mustard, chili, dill relish, diced onions, shredded cheese, and ketchup to your liking.
8
Serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Air fry at 400°F for 5–6 minutes and shake the basket halfway through for even blistering and toasted casings on all sides.
Warm the canned chili in a small saucepan while the hot dogs cook so everything is hot when you assemble.
Toast the hot dog buns in a dry skillet or briefly under the broiler for structure and to prevent them from becoming soggy under the toppings.
Add toppings in this order: chili first (while hot), then cheese, onions, relish, mustard, and ketchup for best flavor distribution.

Substitutions

No-bean chili → chili with beans (drain excess liquid to prevent soggy buns)
Shredded cheddar → American cheese slices or Monterey Jack (melts faster and more evenly)
Sweet relish + dill relish → pickle relish or chopped dill pickles (adds tang without two jars)
Hot dogs → beef or plant-based sausages (adjust air fry time by ±1–2 minutes depending on thickness)

Storage & make-ahead

Assemble chili cheese dogs fresh. Store cooked hot dogs and warmed chili separately in airtight containers for up to 3 days; reheat chili gently on the stovetop and toast hot dogs in the air fryer before serving.

Equipment

air fryer

Common Questions

Can I make chili cheese dogs without an air fryer?

Yes. Grill hot dogs over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes per side, or boil them for 5–7 minutes, then toast the buns in a skillet or under the broiler.