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Crockpot Hot Dog Chili Recipe

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This Crockpot Hot Dog Chili is a flavorful and easy-to-make chili perfect for topping your hot dogs or serving as a hearty snack. Made with lean ground beef, tomato sauce, and a blend of spices, it simmers slowly in the crockpot to develop rich, savory flavors without much effort.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 pound lean ground beef (93% lean recommended)
  • 1 yellow onion, diced

Chili Base

  • 10 ounces tomato sauce (1 can)
  • 3/4 cup ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon white sugar

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef and onion: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion together. Break the beef apart with a spoon as it cooks until fully browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease to avoid a greasy chili.
  2. Combine ingredients in slow cooker: Transfer the browned beef and onion mixture to the crockpot. Add the tomato sauce, ketchup, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, cumin, salt, black pepper, and sugar. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  3. Cook the chili: Set the crockpot to low and cook the chili for 3 to 4 hours. Alternatively, cook on high for 2 to 3 hours. This slow cooking time lets the flavors meld into a rich, hearty chili.
  4. Final stir and serve: Once cooking is complete, give the chili a good stir to evenly incorporate all the flavors. Serve hot over cooked hot dogs for a classic, satisfying meal.

Notes

  • You can adjust the chili powder and spices to taste for mild or more intense heat.
  • Drain excess grease after browning to keep the chili from being greasy.
  • This chili is great for meal prep and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
  • Use 93% lean ground beef for a healthier option, but any ground beef works.
  • Serve with shredded cheese, onions, or mustard for extra toppings.

Keywords: Crockpot chili, hot dog chili, slow cooker chili, easy chili recipe, ground beef chili, comfort food

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