Description
This Chili Cheese Coney recipe brings together juicy grilled hot dogs topped with hearty, flavorful chili and melty cheddar cheese. Perfect for gatherings, cookouts, or weeknight dinners, these cone dogs are easy to make and a surefire crowd-pleaser. Customize with toppings like onions, jalapeños, or a drizzle of mustard and ketchup. Make the chili ahead for an even quicker assembly!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chili:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Coneys:
- 8 beef hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onions (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- Mustard and ketchup, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chili: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it apart as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary. Add chopped onion and garlic, cooking until softened (about 3-4 minutes). Stir in tomato sauce, kidney beans, and beef broth. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer on low heat for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Cook the Hot Dogs: Preheat a grill or griddle to medium heat. Grill hot dogs for 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated through and slightly charred. Toast the buns on the grill if desired.
- Assemble the Coneys: Place each hot dog in a bun, spoon a generous amount of chili over it, and sprinkle with shredded cheddar. Top with optional onions or jalapeños.
- Serve: Serve the Chili Cheese Coneys hot with a side of mustard and ketchup if desired. Enjoy with classic sides like fries or coleslaw.
Notes
- Make-Ahead Tip: The chili can be prepared in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat before serving.
- Customize Your Toppings: Feel free to add extras like diced tomatoes, pickles, or hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Spice Level: Adjust the cayenne for desired heat; add a little more if you prefer extra spice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Chili Cheese Coney
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg