Description
These chili cheese dog sandwiches bring the comfort of the classic chili dog into sandwich form, offering a hearty, satisfying meal that’s perfect for any occasion. Loaded with savory chili, melted cheese, and a perfectly grilled hot dog, this dish will leave everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 hot dogs
- 2 cups chili (homemade or canned)
- 4 sandwich rolls (brioche or hoagie-style)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Optional toppings: sautéed onions, jalapeños, mustard, ketchup
Instructions
- Step 1: Grill or pan-fry the hot dogs until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Step 2: Heat the chili in a small pot over medium heat, stirring occasionally until hot and bubbly.
- Step 3: Slice the sandwich rolls and toast them lightly on a skillet or in the oven.
- Step 4: Assemble the sandwiches by placing the hot dogs in the rolls, then spooning a generous amount of chili over the top.
- Step 5: Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the chili and hot dog, allowing it to melt.
- Step 6: Add any optional toppings, such as sautéed onions or pickled jalapeños, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Feel free to use any type of hot dog or chili you prefer.
- For an extra crispy touch, broil the sandwich for a minute after adding the cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 40mg