Best 9 Best Ever Chili Cheese Fries Recipes

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Chili cheese fries: a delectable dish that tantalizes taste buds with its irresistible combination of crispy fries, savory chili, and melted cheese. They are a staple of American cuisine, often enjoyed as a hearty snack or a satisfying meal. With numerous variations and recipes, finding the best chili cheese fries can be a delightful adventure. This article will guide you through the world of chili cheese fries, providing tips and tricks to create the ultimate culinary experience, from selecting the perfect fries to crafting the most flavorful chili and cheese topping.

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CHILI CHEESE FRIES



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This is an easy way to make one of my favorite snacks, chili cheese fries.

Provided by Michael L

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Sparkle

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (32 ounce) package frozen seasoned french fries
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
2 cups low-fat milk
1 tablespoon margarine
8 slices American cheese, cut into pieces
1 (15 ounce) can chili without beans (such as Hormel®)

Steps:

  • Prepare french fries as directed on the package.
  • Stir cornstarch and water in a small cup until cornstarch dissolves; set aside. Bring milk and margarine to a boil in a saucepan, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat and whisk the cornstarch mixture into the milk mixture, bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook and stir until the mixture is thick and smooth. Add the cheese to the milk mixture and stir until the cheese has melted and is well combined.
  • Prepare chili as directed on the can. Pour the cooked chili and the cheese sauce over the top of the cooked french fries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508.9 calories, Carbohydrate 51.6 g, Cholesterol 49.3 mg, Fat 25.2 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 1483.6 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CHILI CHEESE FRIES



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Nothing is better than a pile of loaded fries on game night topped with homemade chili and nacho cheese sauce.

Provided by Leah Maroney

Categories     Appetizer

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (24-ounce) bag frozen french fries
For the Chili
2 pounds ground beef
3 garlic cloves
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground oregano
1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
For the Nacho Cheese
1 1/2 cups milk
4 ounces cream cheese
1/2 pound Velveeta cheese
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar
1 tablespoon taco sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Brown the ground beef and garlic in a large pot.
  • Add the tomato sauce and spices to the ground beef mixture. Stir to combine, then simmer on low for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Spread out the French fries on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet so that they are in an even layer. Bake in a preheated 425 F oven for 25 minutes.
  • Heat the milk, spices, cream cheese, and Velveeta in a small saucepan on very low heat, stirring frequently.
  • Slowly whisk in the shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Whisk in the hot sauce and taco sauce.
  • Stir the French fries halfway through baking to ensure they are crispy on all sides.
  • Pile the French fries onto the center of the baking sheet and top them with the remaining shredded cheddar.
  • Broil the baking sheet until the cheese is just melted, but not browned.
  • Top the cheesy fries with about half of the chili.
  • Top the chili fries with the homemade nacho cheese.
  • Add chopped scallions and extra taco sauce if you wish.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 943 kcal, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 217 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 61 g, SaturatedFat 26 g, Sodium 1991 mg, Sugar 9 g, Fat 59 g, ServingSize 1 tray (serves 6), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

AMERICAN CHILI CHEESE FRIES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: oil, ground beef, kosher salt, black pepper, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, large yellow onion, red bell pepper, garlic, chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, tomato paste, chopped tomato, beef broth, black beans, red kidney bean, french fries, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, green onion

Provided by Kiano Moju

Categories     Sides

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

3 tablespoons oil
1 lb ground beef
1 tablespoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
6 cloves garlic, minced
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
12 oz tomato paste
12 oz chopped tomato, 1 can
2 cups beef broth
15 oz black beans, 1 can, drained and rinsed
15 oz red kidney bean, 1 can, drained and rinsed
1 lb french fries, cooked, hot
shredded cheddar cheese, for serving
sour cream, for serving
green onion, sliced, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and stir to break up. Season with the salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, paprika, and cayenne. Stir and cook until deep brown in color, 10-15 minutes.
  • Add the onion, bell pepper, garlic, chipotles, and a pinch of salt. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste and cook until it darkens, becomes aromatic, and starts sticking to the bottom of the pan, 10 minutes.
  • Add the chopped tomatoes, beef broth, black beans, and kidney beans. Stir to incorporate, then bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
  • Ladle the chili over the fries and top with cheddar cheese, sour cream, and green onions.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Carbohydrate 41 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 18 grams, Sugar 8 grams

CHILI FRIES



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Provided by Sandra Lee

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 bag (about 16 ounces) french-fried potatoes (recommended: Ore-Ida Golden Crinkles)
1 pound ground beef
1 (12-ounce) bottle chili sauce (recommended: Heinz)
1 packet chili seasoning (recommended: Lawry's)
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Shredded Cheddar, optional (recommended: Kraft)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
  • Lay fries in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, turning halfway through cooking, until crisp and golden.
  • In a large pot over medium heat, break up ground beef and brown, stirring constantly to break up all the clumps to fine ground.
  • Add remaining ingredients through the onion powder. Bring to boil. Lower heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Serve hot fries on a plate smothered with chili and topped with shredded cheese, if using.

BEST EVER CHILI CHEESE FRIES



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Make and share this Best Ever Chili Cheese Fries recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Ashley Poole

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 35m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1/2 lb seasoned French fries (or substitute for fries of your choice)
1 (8 ounce) can chili (no beans)
1/2 cup monterey jack pepper cheese
1/2 cup Mexican blend cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Put frozen fries on metal pan or baking dish.
  • Cover fries with chili.
  • Add cheese on top.
  • Bake 30 minutes.
  • YOU'RE DONE!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 264.4, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 7.6, Cholesterol 39.6, Sodium 772.1, Carbohydrate 23, Fiber 4, Sugar 1.7, Protein 11.7

CHILI'S TEXAS CHEESE FRIES



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Chili's Texas Cheese Fries are steak fries seasoned with cheese and other delicious ingredients. These loaded cheese fries are the perfect crunchy and savory snack that you can make right in your own home!

Provided by Katie Clark

Categories     Copycat

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

28 ounce bag frozen steak fries
Sea Salt
1-2 cups Colby Jack shredded cheese
1/2 cup bacon bits (maybe a little more!)
1 bunch of green onions, diced
1 jar pickled jalapeño
Ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Place fries on a baking dish and bake according to instructions on the bag
  • Once cooked, sprinkle with sea salt and toss to coat
  • Sprinkle bacon bits evenly across the fries
  • Place fries on a baking dish and bake according to instructions on the bag
  • Cover with cheese
  • Bake at 450 for 10 minutes
  • Broil for additional minute or so if needed
  • Top with diced onions and pickled jalapeños

CHILI CHEESE FRIES RECIPE



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Make a tasty treat to share with friends: our Chili Cheese Fries Recipe! This Chili Cheese Fries Recipe has French fries topped with chili & cheese dip.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Potatoes

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings, about 1/2 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pkg. (32 oz.) ORE-IDA GOLDEN FRIES
1 can (15 oz.) chili, heated as directed on label
1 cup CHEEZ WHIZ Cheese Dip

Steps:

  • Heat fries as directed on package.
  • Arrange fries on large serving platter; top with chili.
  • Microwave CHEEZ WHIZ as directed on label; pour over fries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 210, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 720 mg, Carbohydrate 26 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 6 g

GREEN CHILI CHEESE FRIES



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This is too simple to be this good. I cannot remember where I first had these but they have been a favorite of my family for years! You will end up cleaning your plate with your fingers.

Provided by Cheeseburger in Par

Categories     Cheese

Time 15m

Yield 1 bowl, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 lbs Velveeta cheese
3 cans diced green chilies
baked French fries (frozen, crinkle cut work the best for this)

Steps:

  • Melt the velvetta in a double boiler (pot of boiling water on bottom, bowl on top, velvetta inside bowl). When melted add the green chili's (juice and all).
  • You may like more green chili's or less. Taste it after the first 2 cans and add to your taste. (Ive added 4 cans before!).
  • Serve over baked french fries.
  • (Feel free to just spoon directly into mouth also).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404.6, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 16.2, Cholesterol 89.6, Sodium 1690.3, Carbohydrate 26.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 17.4, Protein 21.5

VEGAN CHILI CHEESE FRIES



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An American classic goes vegan. Shoestring fries, your favorite vegan chili, and a creamy faux cheese sauce will make you think you are eating greasy spoon grub, but there's nothing greasy about it. Get your forks ready!.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Beans and Peas

Time 1h30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 28

25 ounces russet potatoes
¼ cup texturized vegetable protein (TVP)
½ cup hot vegetable broth
2 tablespoons olive oil
¼ cup diced onion
¼ cup diced carrot
¼ cup diced celery
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (10 ounce) can Mexican-style diced tomatoes with green chiles
canned black beans, drained
⅓ cup canned kidney beans, drained
⅓ cup canned white beans, drained
⅓ cup canned pinto beans, drained
½ tablespoon blackstrap molasses
1 teaspoon New Mexico chili powder
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
½ teaspoon ground cumin
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
½ teaspoon smoked salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and ground black pepper to taste
½ cup shredded vegan Cheddar-flavored cheese
¼ cup unsweetened soy milk, or more as needed
1 teaspoon vegan butter
¼ cup minced red onion
1 jalapeno pepper, sliced into rings
3 tablespoons minced cilantro

Steps:

  • Wash potatoes and remove any discoloration or eyes. Do not peel. Slice evenly into shoestring-style fries or use a French fry cutter. Put the fries into a large bowl and rinse with cool water until water runs clear. Cover fries with 1 inch of water. Cover and let stand for 30 minutes.
  • Place TVP in a bowl. Cover with hot vegetable broth.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrot, and celery; cook and stir until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Stir in garlic. Add the TVP and broth. Stir in tomatoes, drained beans, molasses, chili powder, oregano, cumin, paprika, smoked salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C). Drain the soaked potatoes and dry with a clean towel. Place them back in the bowl, drizzle in 1 tablespoon olive oil, and toss to coat.
  • Cook in the air fryer, untouched, for 18 minutes. Shake and cook for 6 minutes. Shake again and cook for another 6 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Combine vegan Cheddar, soy milk, and vegan butter in a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave at 360W for 30 seconds. Stir and check the consistency. Add more soy milk and microwave for another 30 seconds, if needed. Stir briskly to create a creamy sauce.
  • Place the fries on a large platter. Top with chili. Pour the faux cheese sauce over the chili. Top with onion, jalapeno rings, and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 468.5 calories, Carbohydrate 66.4 g, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 14.5 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 1245.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right potatoes: Russet potatoes are the best choice for chili cheese fries because they are starchy and hold their shape well when fried.
  • Cut the potatoes into even strips: This will help them cook evenly.
  • Soak the potato strips in cold water: This will help remove excess starch and make them crispier.
  • Fry the potato strips in hot oil: This will help them cook quickly and evenly.
  • Season the potato strips with salt and pepper: This will add flavor and help them crisp up.
  • Make the chili: Use a ground beef or turkey chili recipe that you like. Season the chili to taste.
  • Top the potato strips with chili and cheese: Use a shredded cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or mozzarella.
  • Bake the chili cheese fries until the cheese is melted and bubbly: This will take about 10 minutes.
  • Serve the chili cheese fries hot: Garnish with chopped green onions, sour cream, or guacamole.

Conclusion:

Chili cheese fries are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or snack. By following these tips, you can make the best chili cheese fries ever. So next time you're looking for a satisfying and flavorful dish, give chili cheese fries a try. You won't be disappointed!

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