Crock Pot Hot Dog Chili
Transform your summer cookouts with this mouthwatering Crock Pot Hot Dog Chili, the ultimate topping for your favorite grilled hot dogs. This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich flavor of browned ground beef, savory onions, and garlic with a perfectly spiced tomato-based chili sauce, seasoned with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, and a hint of sweetness. Slow-cooked to perfection in a crock pot, this chili develops deep, robust flavors with minimal effort, making it ideal for feeding a crowd. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or looking to elevate game-day snacks, this versatile chili pairs perfectly with toasted buns and your favorite toppings, like shredded cheese or diced onions. With just 15 minutes of prep time, your crock pot does the rest, letting you focus on the fun while serving up a classic that's sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 1 pound(s) ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 15 ounce(s) tomato sauce
- 0.25 cup(s) ketchup
- 0.5 cup(s) water
- 2 tablespoon(s) chili powder
- 1 teaspoon(s) smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon(s) ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon(s) dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon(s) sugar
- 1 teaspoon(s) salt
- 0.5 teaspoon(s) ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up into small crumbles as it cooks. Cook until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain off any excess grease.
Step 2
Transfer the browned ground beef to the crock pot.
Step 3
Add the finely diced onion, minced garlic, tomato sauce, ketchup, and water to the crock pot.
Step 4
Stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, oregano, sugar, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to combine.
Step 5
Cover the crock pot with the lid and set it to cook on LOW for 4 hours or HIGH for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Step 6
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or chili powder if desired.
Step 7
Once done, serve the hot dog chili warm over grilled hot dogs in buns. Optionally, top with shredded cheese, diced onions, or mustard for extra flavor.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1248.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1355.9 |
| Total Fat 88.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 321.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3721.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 62.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.9g | |
| Protein 74.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 190.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1433.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories