Chili Dogs

Name: Homemade Chili Dogs with Beef Chili
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h 45 min
Total time: 1 h 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 onion, diced; 1 lb ground beef; 2 tbsp chili powder; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes; 1 tbsp tomato paste; 1 can (15 oz) chili beans; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tbsp minced garlic; 1/4 jalapeño pepper, diced; 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained; 2 cups beef broth; 4 beef hot dogs; 4 hot dog buns; 1 tbsp butter, for buns; 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded; Yellow mustard, for topping; Ketchup, for topping; Diced white onion, for topping; Dill pickle slices, for topping

These homemade chili dogs feature a rich, spiced beef chili made with ground beef, chili powder, cumin, and chili beans, served on toasted buns with all the classic toppings. The standout is the from-scratch chili base that beats canned versions with deeper flavor and texture.

🌍American 🏷️Chili dog 🏷️Hot dog 🏷️Chili 🏷️Beef Comfort food

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Total

1h 55m

Servings

4

Difficulty

Medium

Est. Cost

$41–$68

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1/2 onion, diced
1 lb ground beef
2 tbsp chili powder
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 can (15 oz) chili beans
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tbsp minced garlic
1/4 jalapeño pepper, diced
1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
2 cups beef broth
4 beef hot dogs
4 hot dog buns
1 tbsp butter, for buns
1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shreddedoptional
Yellow mustard, for toppingoptional
Ketchup, for toppingoptional
Diced white onion, for toppingoptional
Dill pickle slices, for toppingoptional

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Instructions

1
In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
2
Add the diced onion to the pot with the beef and cook for about 3 minutes, until the onions become translucent.
3
Stir in the tomato paste, chili beans, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, onion powder, black pepper, red pepper flakes, brown sugar, minced garlic, and diced jalapeño.
4
Add the tomato sauce, drained diced tomatoes, and beef broth. Stir everything together to combine.
5
Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
6
While the chili simmers, cook the hot dogs by boiling them in a pot of water until heated through.
7
Towards the end of the chili's simmer time, preheat your oven to 425°F.
8
Place small pieces of butter inside the hot dog buns. Arrange them on a baking sheet and toast in the preheated oven for 5 minutes.
9
To assemble, place a cooked hot dog in a toasted bun and top with a generous amount of chili.
10
Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese, mustard, ketchup, diced onions, and pickles as desired.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Dice the onion finely and cook until softened before adding ground beef to build a flavorful base.
Brown the ground beef thoroughly and break it into small pieces for even spice distribution and better texture.
Simmer the chili for at least 15–20 minutes after adding beans so flavors develop and the sauce thickens.
Toast the buns immediately before serving to keep them warm and prevent sogginess from the chili.

Substitutions

Ground beef → ground turkey or ground lamb (leaner protein, slightly milder flavor)
Chili beans → kidney beans or black beans (same texture and absorption)
Chili powder → a blend of paprika + cayenne (adjust ratio to taste for heat level)

Storage & make-ahead

Store chili in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, and assemble fresh buns just before serving.