Homemade Chili Dogs With Stovetop Hot Chili Recipe
Juicy all-beef hot dogs topped with a rich stovetop chili, melted cheese, and crisp red onions. Perfect for BBQs, family dinners, or nostalgic summer nights.
Equipment
- Outdoor BBQ
- Frying Pan
- measuring cup
- Spatula
- BBQ Tongs
- Tablespoon
Ingredients
- 3 Lbs Lean Ground Beef 1.5kg
- 4 Tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- ½ Tbsp Ground Cumin
- 1½ Cups Canned Corn 341ml, drained
- 2 Cups Canned Kidney Beans 540ml, drained
- 3 Cups Plain Pasta Sauce
- 8 Jumbo Hot Dogs Grilled
- 8 Lrg Hot Dog Buns Toasted
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up as it cooks.3 Lbs Lean Ground Beef
- Add chili powder, garlic powder, and cumin. Stir to coat the meat evenly with spices.4 Tbsp Chili Powder , 1 Tbsp Garlic Powder, ½ Tbsp Ground Cumin
- Drain corn and kidney beans and stir them into the skillet.1½ Cups Canned Corn, 2 Cups Canned Kidney Beans
- Add tomato sauce and stir well. Reduce heat to low and simmer 5–8 minutes until thick.3 Cups Plain Pasta Sauce
- Preheat grill to high heat (around 500°F). Grill hot dogs for 5–8 minutes, turning occasionally.8 Jumbo Hot Dogs
- Toast buns on the upper grill rack for 1–2 minutes or until crisp. Watch carefully to avoid burning.8 Lrg Hot Dog Buns
- Assemble: place grilled hot dog in bun, top with hot chili, cheese, and red onion.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
🌭 Amber’s Hot Diggity Dawg Tips
- Toast, Don’t Burn – Hot dog buns toast quickly because of their sugar content. If your grill doesn't have an upper rack, use the main grate but watch them like a hawk—30 to 60 seconds is plenty.
- Preheat the Grill Fully – Get your BBQ screaming hot before placing the hot dogs on. This helps them develop that crispy skin and iconic grilled flavor.
- Keep the Chili Hot – If the chili has been sitting and starts to cool, reheat it gently before spooning it over your hot dogs. The warmth helps melt the shredded cheese instantly and keeps the whole dog piping hot.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Bun – These are jumbo dogs, but leave enough room for toppings to sit securely. If you overload, it’ll get messy fast.
- Serve as a Build-Your-Own Bar – For casual gatherings, keep the hot dogs warm in a foil pack and chili in a covered pot. Set out buns and toppings so everyone can load up their own.
Nutrition
Calories: 442kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 46gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 126mgSodium: 1086mgPotassium: 1173mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1589IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 71mgIron: 8mg
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