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Chili Cheese Fries Recipe + VIDEO

Nothing is better than a plate of crispy fries loaded with a quick and easy chili, LOTS of melty cheese, and your favorite extra toppings! This delicious dish is perfect for game days, parties, or any time you're craving classic junk food with a homemade twist.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
50 mins
Servings: 6 - 8 servings
Calories: 836 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Main Course , Snacks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the Chili –
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 7 ounces Mexican chorizo
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 1 cup Diced bell pepper
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 15 ounce can tomato sauce
  • 15 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 3 tablespoons ancho chile powder
  • 2 tablespoons ground cumin
  • 1 cup water
  • salt and pepper
For the Chili Cheese Fries –
  • 28 ounce bag frozen french fries
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup chopped scallions
  • ¼ cup sliced pickled jalapenos

Instructions

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  1. Set a large 6 quart pot over medium heat. Add the ground beef, chorizo, onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot. Use a wooden spoon to break the meat into small pieces and cook the meat and onions for 5-8 minutes, until the meat is well browned.
  2. Add the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and juices, ancho chili powder, ground cumin, and an additional cup of water. Stir and bring to a simmer. Simmer the chili for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the flavor is well developed. Taste, then salt and pepper if needed. Do not add salt earlier as many of the ingredients are already salty.
  3. Once the chili is simmering, make the french fries. Either follow this recipe for homemade fries, or bake frozen french fries on a large baking sheet, according to the package instructions.
  4. Once the fries are golden and crispy, pile them on a large serving platter. Ladle hot chili over the top of the fries, then follow with a heavy sprinkling of cheddar cheese, several dollops of sour cream, a sprinkling of scallions, and pickled jalapeños. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can make the chili a day or so in advance. But I do not recommend assembling the chili fries until you're ready to eat.
  • The quick homemade chili will keep well for up to 3-4 days in the fridge. Prepare the fries right when ready to load with toppings and serve.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1basket Calories 836kcal (42%) Carbohydrates 57g (19%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 57g (88%) Saturated Fat 23g (115%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 23g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 114mg (38%) Sodium 1564mg (65%) Potassium 1437mg (41%) Fiber 11g (44%) Sugar 8g (16%) Vitamin A 3175IU (64%) Vitamin C 57mg (63%) Calcium 412mg (41%) Iron 7mg (39%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6- 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 836

% Daily Value*

Serving 1basket
Calories 836kcal 42%
Carbohydrates 57g 19%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 57g 88%
Saturated Fat 23g 115%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 23g 115%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 114mg 38%
Sodium 1564mg 65%
Potassium 1437mg 31%
Fiber 11g 44%
Sugar 8g 16%
Vitamin A 3175IU 64%
Vitamin C 57mg 63%
Calcium 412mg 41%
Iron 7mg 39%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.