Chimi Chili Dogs

Get ready to elevate your game-day menu with these bold and flavorful Chimi Chili Dogs! This recipe combines the hearty comfort of classic chili dogs with a vibrant twist of homemade chimichurri sauce, creating a fusion of smoky, spicy, and zesty flavors in every bite. Juicy grilled hot dogs are nestled in warm, toasted buns, then topped with a rich, spiced beef chili and a drizzle of fresh, herbaceous chimichurri made with parsley, cilantro, lime juice, and a hint of red chili flakes for an irresistible kick. Perfect for a summer cookout or a weeknight treat, these loaded chili dogs are easy to whip up in under an hour and sure to impress. Serve them with a side of fries or a crisp salad for a crowd-pleasing meal that's anything but ordinary.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces hot dog buns
• 4 pieces hot dogs
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 cup chopped onion
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 14 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 2 tablespoons lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan to medium heat.

Step 2

Grill the hot dogs until heated through and slightly charred, about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up with a spoon, about 5-6 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Stir in the crushed tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Simmer uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens. Set aside.

Step 6

To make the chimichurri sauce, combine the parsley, cilantro, red wine vinegar, olive oil, red chili flakes, lime juice, and a pinch of salt in a mixing bowl. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Lightly toast the hot dog buns on the grill or stovetop for 1-2 minutes until warm.

Step 8

Place a grilled hot dog inside each toasted bun. Spoon the chili mixture generously over the hot dog.

Step 9

Drizzle chimichurri sauce over the chili, ensuring every bite gets a burst of flavor.

Step 10

Serve immediately, garnished with extra chopped parsley or cilantro if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1997.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3473.0

Total Fat 247.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 408.4mg	0%
Sodium 5215.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 200.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.8g
Protein 134.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1210.6mg	0%
Iron 41.6mg	0%
Potassium 5548.8mg	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: 62.4%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 22.5%