HOMEMADE CHILI CHEESE DOGS RECIPE | QUICK & EASY MEAL UNDER 30 MINS!

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories without sacrificing creaminess.

Start by cooking the hot dogs over medium heat in a skillet. Score the hot dogs on top for a nice appearance.

Once the hot dogs are cooking, lower the heat to avoid burning them. Remove them from the heat when done.

In the same skillet, add 1 chopped onion and 1 tablespoon of butter. Cook the onions until they are soft.

Add 1 pound of ground chuck beef to the skillet and break it up, mixing it with the onions.

Season the beef with 1 tablespoon of cajun seasoning, 1 teaspoon of dried minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper. Mix well and cook until the beef is browned.

Add 1 tablespoon of chili powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika to the browned beef. Mix thoroughly.

Add 1 can of rotel and an 8 ounce can of tomato sauce to the mixture. Stir to combine.

Season the chili with salt to taste and add 1 tablespoon of worcestershire sauce and hot sauce for additional flavor. Stir well.

For a unique flavor, add 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder to the chili and mix well. Let the chili simmer for a bit.

Assemble the hot dogs by placing the cooked beef into the buns. Pour the chili over the hot dogs.

Top the chili with cheddar cheese and broil for 3 to 5 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning.

Add any additional toppings as desired before serving.

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