Perfect Crockpot Chili Cheese Dogs
These perfect chili cheese dogs are slow-cooked in a rich, cheesy chili sauce and loaded with flavor. Easy to make in the crockpot and always a crowd favorite!
- Prep Time: 1 hour 35 minutes (includes optional prep steps like shredding cheese, toasting buns)
- Cook Time: 3 hours 5 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 42 minutes
- Yield: 10 servings
- Category: Main Course, Party Food
- Method: Slow Cooker, Crockpot
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
10 hot dogs
10 hot dog buns (lightly toasted)
30 oz chili without beans (quality brand like Wolf Brand recommended)
10.75 oz condensed cheddar cheese soup
1 medium onion, diced (¼-inch pieces)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (freshly shredded preferred for better melting)
Instructions
Dice the onion and set aside.
Toast hot dog buns in the oven or toaster until golden and slightly crisp. Set aside.
Place hot dogs in the crockpot.
In a bowl, whisk together the chili and condensed cheddar cheese soup until smooth.
Pour the chili mixture over the hot dogs in the crockpot, ensuring they are fully coated. Gently stir to distribute.
Cover and cook on low for 4–5 hours, until hot dogs are heated through and chili is bubbling gently.
To serve: place a hot dog into each toasted bun. Spoon chili mixture on top. Add diced onion and shredded cheddar cheese. Serve immediately.
Notes
Toasting the buns helps them hold up better under the warm chili and cheese.
Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest melt and creamiest texture.
You can keep the crockpot on “warm” during parties for self-serve chili cheese dogs.
Add jalapeños, sour cream, or chopped cilantro for extra toppings.
This recipe can be doubled for larger crowds—just ensure your crockpot is large enough.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/perfect-crockpot-chili-cheese-dogs/
