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Two hot dogs in buns topped with homemade hot dog chili and shredded cheese sit on a plate. A bowl of chili, a striped napkin, and extra hot dog buns are nearby on a marble surface.

Homemade Hot Dog Chili Recipe

Melissa Griffiths
A spoonful of Homemade Hot Dog Chili is all it takes to turn a simple hot dog into something memorable. Bold flavor, easy prep, and always a crowd favorite!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 209 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • ½ medium white onion (diced)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon chili powder

Instructions
 

  • Combine the ground beef, onion, garlic powder, black pepper, and chili powder in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  • Use a spatula or spoon to break up the ground beef and cook it for 5-7 minutes, or until the beef is no longer pink in the middle.
  • Add the tomato sauce and give the mixture a quick stir. Place a lid on the pot and reduce the heat to a low simmer.
  • Allow the chili to cook for an additional 20 minutes.
  • Serve over hot dogs and enjoy!

Notes

Adjusting Spice Level: Boost the heat by stirring in hot sauce, a teaspoon of red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or chipotle chili powder to suit your taste preferences.
Ground Beef Flexibility: Any fat percentage of ground beef works beautifully in this recipe, from lean to regular, so use whatever you have on hand.
Cooking Onions with Beef: Cooking the onion alongside the ground beef ensures it becomes perfectly soft and tender, eliminating any unwanted crunch in the finished chili.
Storage Tips:
  • Keep your chili fresh in an airtight container for up to four days in the refrigerator.
  • For longer storage, transfer the chili to a large resealable bag, press out all the air, and freeze for up to three months.
Reheating Instructions:
  • Warm chilled leftovers in the microwave for 45-60 seconds, covering with a paper towel to avoid messy splatters.
  • For frozen chili, thaw it overnight in the refrigerator, then warm it in the microwave or gently reheat in a pot over low heat on the stovetop.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 of 6 servingsCalories: 209kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 14gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 54mgSodium: 249mgPotassium: 354mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 253IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 2mg
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