There is something about a hot dog smothered in chili and topped with cheese that has us yearning for the “good ole days.” Take a stroll back to childhood with this Easy Chili Dog.
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Is there anything more nostalgic than a chili cheese dog? The mere sight of one on the restaurant menu has my husband’s menu lying flat on the table. Order up!
When I was a kid and my mom would make chili cheese dogs, there wouldn’t be a crumb left on my plate. Sometimes she’d cut up the hot dog, place chili and cheese on top and we’d eat it with a spoon. It’s such a budget friendly meal and one I’m happy to serve my kids…and husband too!
We always have hot dogs and shredded cheese on hand. I can’t keep a package of Oscar Mayer Uncured Angus Beef Franks in the house for longer than 2 days. And cheese, it doesn’t stand a chance here.
So recently I decided to make Easy Chili Dogs for dinner. I headed to Wal-Mart to pick up more hot dogs, chili, buns and cheese. As I was loading up the cart, I was thinking how fun chili cheese dogs would be for summer gatherings. They’re easy, budget friendly and can feed a large amount of people. Not to mention, they’re delicious and crowd pleasing too! Father’s Day, Fourth of July, birthdays, these are all perfect occasions, this summer, for Easy Chili Dogs.
When my husband came home and saw the chili heating up on the stove and the hot dogs cooking on the grill he knew exactly what was going down. He was ecstatic, like a kid in a candy store!
Dinner was ready in the time it took to cook the hot dogs; 8 minutes. Now that is what I call a quick weeknight meal! We served our Easy Chili Dogs with chips but if you’re feeling like going all out, diner style, serve them with fries and a milkshake too. How fun would a diner summer party be with an Easy Chili Dog and milkshake bar. Everyone could craft their own. Yep, that is totally happening this summer at my house.
Just look at that delicious angus beef hot dog, smothered in delicious chili and topped with melty cheese! How could you say no to that?! Make these Easy Chili Dogs for all your summer gatherings this year and you’ll save time and money by doing so. It’s win-win!
Easy Chili Dog
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Yield 6 chili dogs
There is something about a hot dog smothered in chili and topped with cheese that has us yearning for the “good ole days.” Take a stroll back to childhood with this Easy Chili Dog.
Ingredients
- 6 OSCAR MAYER Selects Uncured Angus Beef Franks
- 1 can (15 oz.) chili 6 hot dog buns
- 1/3 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped onions
Instructions
- Heat grill to medium heat.
- Grill franks 7 to 9 minutes or until heated through, turning occasionally.
- Meanwhile, heat chili as directed on can.
- Fill buns with franks; top with chili, cheese and onions.
Keep the house cool this summer by taking the cooking outside to the grill. No need to turn the oven on for these Easy Chili dogs!
We love Kraft products and their easy meal time solutions and great tasting recipes. Thankfully, Wal-Mart stocks all of these products so we can save money with their everyday low pricing.
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Lynn White says
Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty. I love chili dogs.
Megan | Strawberry Blondie Kitchen says
Thank you! Me too! ?
Helen at the Lazy Gastronome says
Easy AND they look delicious! I’d love it if you shared this post the the What’s for Dinner link up!
http://www.lazygastronome.com/whats-for-dinner-sunday-link-up-97/
Julia says
I wasn’t born in Canada so I actually have never tried chili dog. But my husband who is canadian keeps telling me about chili dogs and I’ve been wanting to try them for many years now. They do look like a perfect messy and cheesy summer treat!
Amanda says
Now I want a chili dog! I love these quick meals for busy days or weekend lunches. There are gluten free hot dog buns available, which means I can enjoy these chili dogs!
Pam says
I love chili dogs in the summer. They’re so simple. Once I forgot to add the hot dog and just had chili and slaw and cheese and onion in a bun, whoops.
valmg @ From Val's Kitchen says
I always have cheese in our house also. I do eat hot dogs occasionally, and have put just cheese on them more than a few times. I live at the shore so dogs like this are very popular around here.
Adriana Lopez Martn says
Classic treat for memorial day celebrations, love it! Who does not enjoy a good hot dog topped with cheesy chili yummy =)
Priya Srinivasan says
That looks delicious, with all the cheese and chilli it is totally irresistible!
Jodi @ Create Kids Club says
Looks like the perfect summer food! Kids would have a blast layering their own hot dogs up at the next party 🙂
Veena Azmanov says
Ah Lovely!! Such a classic summer treat and just made it all so easy with that canned chilli. Yum. I’m going to try on our next picnic.
Molly Kumar says
This looks soooo yummm! I’m a fan of chili hot dog and you said is so right, they make for a great budget meal and definitely no-crumbs left 😉
Christine McMichael says
Oh YUM! It’s been a long time since I’ve had a chili dog, but this recipe is so perfect for the long weekend and the beginning of summer. Can’t wait to try it out!
Renz says
Great for summer time. I love eating chilli dogs and a chilli running down my fingers.. lol. Just adds to the fun of the season.
Marisa Franca @ All Our Way says
This is definitely a fun meal! It would be perfect for an outdoor barbecue or a picnic. Easy to make and there is no denying that people love their chili dogs. Summer is almost here — lets get some chili dogs!
ManilaSpoon says
Love that is so easy indeed!! My kids and I totally enjoy chili dogs and now thanks to this we can make it in a flash!
Heather says
There is nothing better than a chili dog after a long hot day playing in the summer sun.. Very easy and your pictures are awesome! *(adding chili dog ingredients to shopping list)*
Amy says
These are sure to be a summertime hit for the whole family! I don’t eat hot dogs often but when I do I love to bulk them up like this!
Kelli Shallal says
Kelli@hungryhobby
A great summer tradition, grilling and chilling. Add some chili, cheese and onions and you’ve got a party!