Chili Cheese Coney Dogs

Savor the ultimate comfort food with these irresistible Chili Cheese Coney Dogs! Perfectly grilled or seared hot dogs nestle into toasted buns before being smothered with a rich, homemade chili crafted from ground beef, savory spices, and a luxurious tomato base. A generous sprinkle of melty cheddar cheese and a garnish of fresh green onions add the perfect finishing touches to this hearty dish. Fast enough for a weeknight meal yet indulgent enough for game-day feasts, these coney dogs are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue or craving an easy dinner with bold flavors, this recipe delivers the perfect blend of smoky, cheesy, and zesty goodness in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 15 ounces tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 8 hot dogs
• 8 hot dog buns
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup diced green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook, breaking it into small crumbles, until browned and no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat, if needed.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the cooked ground beef. Cook until the onion becomes soft and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, beef broth, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to combine.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and let the chili mixture simmer gently for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavors meld and the chili thickens slightly.

Step 5

While the chili is simmering, cook the hot dogs. You can grill, steam, or pan-sear them until heated through and slightly browned, about 5-7 minutes depending on your method.

Step 6

Toast the hot dog buns lightly, if desired, to add extra texture.

Step 7

Place a cooked hot dog in each bun. Spoon the warm chili generously over each hot dog.

Step 8

Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the chili, letting it melt slightly from the heat of the chili.

Step 9

Garnish with diced green onions, if using, for an added burst of freshness.

Step 10

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries or coleslaw.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2238.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4048.8

Total Fat 221.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 92.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 698.7mg	0%
Sodium 11123.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 310.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.7g	0%
Total Sugars 53.3g
Protein 195.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1803.9mg	0%
Iron 38.2mg	0%
Potassium 2612.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.7%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 30.9%