Wienies Hot Dogs Creole

Bring the vibrant flavors of the South to your table with this hearty and budget-friendly Wienies Hot Dogs Creole recipe! This one-pan dish transforms humble hot dogs into a comforting Creole-inspired meal bursting with aromatic seasonings like paprika, thyme, and cayenne pepper. Sautéed onions, bell peppers, celery, and garlic form the base of a rich, tomato-infused sauce, while hot dog pieces soak up all that spicy, savory goodness. Serve it over fluffy white rice or enjoy it on its own for a quick, flavorful dinner that's guaranteed to please. Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is ready in just 40 minutes and brings a taste of Louisiana home. Don't forget the extra sprinkle of fresh parsley for a fresh, vibrant finish!

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 hot dog wieners
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 2 celery stalks, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons dried thyme
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
• 3 cups cooked white rice (optional, for serving)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the hot dog wieners into 1-inch pieces and set aside.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.

Step 3

Add diced onion, green bell pepper, and celery to the pan. Sauté for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute.

Step 5

Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato paste, and chicken or vegetable broth to the pan. Stir until evenly combined.

Step 6

Season the mixture with paprika, cayenne pepper, dried thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper. Stir to distribute the spices.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer and add the hot dog wiener pieces to the pan.

Step 8

Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the mixture to cook for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the wieners are heated through.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped parsley and remove the bay leaf.

Step 10

Serve hot over cooked white rice for a complete meal, or enjoy as is with extra parsley sprinkled on top for garnish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2057.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2196.7

Total Fat 110.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 180.0mg	0%
Sodium 6916.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 239.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.5g
Protein 57.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 439.4mg	0%
Iron 16.6mg	0%
Potassium 2904.0mg	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: 45.5%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 43.9%