Just Right Hot Dog Chili

Transform your summer cookout or game day feast with this irresistible "Just Right Hot Dog Chili," a quick and flavorful topping that elevates your classic hot dogs to new heights. Crafted with perfectly seasoned ground beef, aromatic diced onions, and a rich blend of ketchup, tomato paste, and warming spices like chili powder and cumin, this recipe achieves the ideal balance of bold and savory flavors. A touch of brown sugar and Worcestershire sauce adds just the right amount of sweetness and depth, while the simmering technique ensures a thick, hearty chili that clings beautifully to every bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is perfect for serving a hungry family or party guests. Pair it with your favorite toppings—think shredded cheese, chopped onions, or a drizzle of mustard—for an unforgettable hot dog experience!

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 yellow onion, finely diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 cup beef broth
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet or saucepan over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess fat if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to medium. Add the ketchup, tomato paste, and beef broth to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Sprinkle in the chili powder, paprika, ground cumin, brown sugar, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 7

Add the Worcestershire sauce and stir again to combine all the flavors.

Step 8

Simmer the mixture over medium heat for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chili thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt or spices depending on preference.

Step 10

Serve the hot dog chili warm atop grilled or boiled hot dogs, along with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, diced onions, or mustard.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1156.3 grams (1156.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1390

Total Fat 82.00g	105%
Saturated Fat 32.50g	163%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 321mg	107%
Sodium 3693mg	161%
Total Carbohydrate 91.80g	33%
Dietary Fiber 7.40g	26%
Total Sugars 57.50g
Protein 83.30g	167%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 163mg	13%
Iron 13mg	72%
Potassium 2031mg	43%

*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: 51.3%

Protein: 23.2%

Carbs: 25.5%