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chili dogs with hot dog chili sauce, mustard, and diced onions
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Homemade Hot Dog Chili

This homemade hot dog chili is better than anything you can buy in a can. A meaty chili recipe that's perfect for chili dogs or burgers that cooks up quickly with basic pantry ingredients.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: condiment, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chili for hot dogs, homemade hot dog chili, hot dog chili recipe
Servings: 14 people
Calories: 123kcal
Author: Neal Williams

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs lean ground beef 85/15 or 90/10 recommended
  • 2 cups water
  • 10 oz can beef consomme like Campbell's
  • 1 medium onion finely diced
  • ¼ cup ketchup
  • 4 tablespoons chili powder
  • 4 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • ½ tablespoon onion powder
  • ½ tablespoon garlic powder
  • ½ tablespoon cumin

Instructions

  • Add all of the hot dog chili ingredients to a large skillet over medium-low heat. *A wide-bottomed pan works best to help the chili sauce reduce.
  • Break up the ground beef in the water and beef consomme, and stir all of the ingredients together.
  • Simmer the hot dog chili over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally. As the chili cooks, the liquid will reduce.
  • When the hot dog chili has reduced to your liking (about 15-20 minutes), taste for seasoning, and add salt, pepper, or more hot sauce if desired. Serve warm with hot dogs.

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Notes

  • Using leftover for regular chili - You will probably have some leftover hot dog chili sauce.  We added one can of drained pinto beans and one small can of tomato sauce to the skillet with our leftover hot dog chili for a fantastic chili.  (Two recipes in one!)
  • Freezing leftovers - Let the hot dog chili cool completely, then freeze in an airtight container or freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of water if it's thickened up too much.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 812mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1026IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 3mg