Chili Cheese Little Smokies

Turn up the flavor at your next gathering with these irresistible Chili Cheese Little Smokies—an easy, crowd-pleasing appetizer that combines smoky cocktail sausages with a creamy, cheesy, and slightly spiced chili sauce. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe marries smooth cream cheese, melty cheddar, and savory canned chili into a rich, indulgent sauce spiked with a hint of garlic and onion powder. Optional diced jalapeños add a subtle kick for spice lovers, while a garnish of fresh green onions provides a vibrant finishing touch. Perfectly simmered in this decadent sauce, the Little Smokies are served warm and pair beautifully with tortilla chips, crackers, or enjoyed on their own as bite-sized party snacks. Whether you’re hosting game day or a casual get-together, this creamy, smoky dish will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 oz Little Smokies (cocktail sausages)
• 15 oz Canned chili (no beans)
• 8 oz Cream cheese
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 1 Jalapeño (optional, diced)
• 2 Green onions (optional, chopped for garnish)
• 0 optional Tortilla chips or crackers (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan or skillet, combine the canned chili and cream cheese over medium heat. Stir frequently until the cream cheese is completely melted and the mixture is smooth.

Step 2

Add the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and onion powder to the skillet. Continue stirring until the cheddar cheese is melted and fully incorporated.

Step 3

If using jalapeños, stir them into the chili cheese sauce for extra heat and flavor.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and add the Little Smokies to the skillet. Gently stir to coat the sausages evenly with the chili cheese sauce.

Step 5

Cover the skillet and let the Little Smokies simmer in the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6

Once heated through, transfer the Chili Cheese Little Smokies to a serving dish, if desired. Garnish with chopped green onions for added freshness and color.

Step 7

Serve warm with tortilla chips or crackers for dipping, or enjoy them as-is with toothpicks for easy snacking!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1292.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3112.4

Total Fat 263.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 655.8mg	0%
Sodium 7632.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 73.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 21.3g
Protein 110.3g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1290.2mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 2061.8mg	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: 76.3%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 9.5%