Southern Hot Dog Chili

Transform your next backyard cookout with Southern Hot Dog Chili—a rich, flavorful topping that takes ordinary hot dogs to the next level. This Southern classic combines ground beef, aromatic sautéed onions, and a bold blend of seasonings, including chili powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce, for a perfectly spiced kick. The tangy sweetness of ketchup, tomato sauce, and yellow mustard melds beautifully with a touch of sugar to create a hearty, savory chili that’s simmered to perfection. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for feeding a crowd or elevating your game-day menu. Spoon it generously over grilled hot dogs, and don’t forget classic toppings like shredded cheese, chopped onions, or a dollop of mustard for a crave-worthy bite. Perfect for barbecues, tailgates, and weeknight dinners, Southern Hot Dog Chili is guaranteed to become your go-to for comfort food indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium, diced yellow onion
• 2 minced garlic cloves
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 cup ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
• 1 teaspoon white sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 cup water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized skillet or saucepan, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook the beef, breaking it up into small crumbles with a spoon, until fully browned. Drain any excess grease, leaving a small amount for flavor.

Step 2

Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes or until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and pour in the tomato sauce, ketchup, and water. Stir thoroughly to combine.

Step 4

Add in the Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, paprika, yellow mustard, white sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to distribute the seasonings evenly.

Step 5

Simmer the mixture on low heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens to your desired consistency. If it becomes too thick, you can add a small amount of water to loosen it.

Step 6

Taste the chili and adjust the seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or chili powder, if needed.

Step 7

Remove the chili from heat and let it cool slightly before serving. Spoon the chili over grilled hot dogs and garnish as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1353.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1425.2

Total Fat 85.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 301.1mg	0%
Sodium 4481.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 93.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 58.3g
Protein 80.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 144.0mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 1496.8mg	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: 52.4%

Protein: 22.1%

Carbs: 25.5%