Best 6 Game Day Chili Pups Recipes

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As the big game approaches, it's time to elevate your party spread beyond the usual chips and dips. Introduce the ultimate game day delicacy: chili pups! These delectable hot dogs get a hearty makeover with a generous serving of chili, creating a flavor explosion that will have your guests raving. Whether you prefer a classic chili recipe or one with a unique twist, we've got you covered. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will turn your game day gathering into an unforgettable feast.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

GAME DAY CHILI



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This hearty, spicy chili made with ground beef, beans, Muir Glen™ tomato and Progresso™ broth scores big as a game-day dinner. Replace the canned tomato sauce with thawed Make-Ahead Roasted Roma Tomato Sauce for an extra touch of homemade tomato taste.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lb lean (at least 80%) ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
3 to 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 to 2 teaspoons ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 teaspoon paprika
1 can (6 oz) Muir Glen™ organic tomato paste
1 3/4 cups Progresso™ beef-flavored broth (from 32-oz carton)
1 bottle (12 oz) dark regular or nonalcoholic beer
3 cans (8 oz each) Muir Glen™ organic tomato sauce
2 cans (15 oz each) pinto beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (4.5 oz) Old El Paso™ chopped green chiles, undrained
Sour cream
Shredded Cheddar cheese
Lime wedges

Steps:

  • In 5- to 6-quart Dutch oven, cook beef, onion and garlic over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is thoroughly cooked; drain.
  • Add chili powder, cumin, red pepper and paprika; cook 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste; cook 1 minute. Add remaining chili ingredients; stir until combined. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 2 hours. Serve with desired toppings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 290, Carbohydrate 28 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1220 mg

GAME DAY CHILI PUPS



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Tailgating or checking out the game at home, these mini chili pups are smoky, spicy and delicious. Great for snacking before the touchdown.

Provided by Hillshire Farm(R) Brand

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Hillshire Farm®

Time 30m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (1 pound) loaf frozen bread dough, thawed
1 egg
1 (14 ounce) package Hillshire Farm Lit'l Smokies® Smoked Sausage
1 (15 ounce) can no-bean chili
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese
¼ white onion, chopped
1 (12 ounce) jar sliced pickled jalapenos

Steps:

  • Cut thawed dough into 36 to 40 one-inch pieces. Roll each piece into a small oval shape and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with greased plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
  • Heat oven to 375 degrees F. Whisk egg with 1 teaspoon water and gently brush the tops of each roll. Bake until golden, about 15 minutes.
  • In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook Lit'l Smokies smoked sausages until browned. At the same time, heat chili in a saucepan over medium heat until hot.
  • Cut each roll in half down the top, not cutting all the way through. Place a smoked sausage into each roll, top with a spoonful of chili and garnish with cheddar cheese, onion and jalapenos.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.4 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 3.1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 146.5 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

CHILI CHEESE DOGS



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This top dog is perfect for game day. With minimal ingredients (and time!) you can make a slightly spicy beef chili and keep it warm in a slow cooker on the warm setting. Double the recipe for a hungry crowd and serve with extra toppings, like chopped raw onions, relish or french-fried onions.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
1/2 large white onion, chopped
8 ounces ground beef
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup canned diced tomatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons tomato paste
8 hot dogs
8 split hot dog buns
4 ounces shredded Cheddar
Ketchup and mustard, for serving

Steps:

  • For the chili: Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook, stirring frequently, until soft and translucent, about 8 minutes. Add the beef and garlic and cook, stirring and breaking up into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon, until the meat is brown and cooked through, about 5 minutes. Add the chili powder, cayenne, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, stirring, until well combined, about 1 minute.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato paste and 1/2 cup water to the pot. Stir well and bring to a boil. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered and stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper and keep warm.
  • For the chili dogs: Preheat a grill or large grill pan to medium. Grill the hot dogs according to the package directions until grill marks appear and the hot dogs are warmed through, about 5 minutes. Working in batches, if necessary, grill the cut side of the buns until golden and toasted, about 1 minute. Build the hot dogs and top each with about 1/4 cup of chili spooned down the length of the hot dog. Sprinkle each with some cheese and serve with ketchup and mustard.

GAME DAY CHILI



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds ground meat (any combination of ground beef chuck, pork shoulder or veal shoulder)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 large onions, chopped
2 bunches scallions, chopped (about 2 cups)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
6 tablespoons chile powder
One 12-ounce bottle dark beer, such as Dos Equis
Two 28-ounce cans whole fire-roasted tomatoes, crushed by hand
2 cups chicken stock
2 tablespoons red hot sauce, such as Tabasco
2 tablespoons green hot sauce, such as Tabasco
Suggested toppings: 1 cup lightly whipped and chilled creme fraiche, sliced jalapenos, fresh cilantro leaves, diced tomatoes, sliced cherry peppers, shredded Monterey Jack and shredded Cheddar

Steps:

  • In a large Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the ground meat. Cook and stir occasionally until browned all over and you can hear a slight crackling in the pan, letting you know the moisture has cooked away, about 15 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce the heat to medium. Add the garlic, onions and half of the scallions and cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. Make a space in the pan and drop in the tomato paste. Let toast for 1 minute and then stir into the meat. Sprinkle on the chile powder. Cook and stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
  • Pour in the beer and cook until almost reduced away, about 4 minutes. Pour in the tomatoes and stock and season with the red and green hot sauce. Adjust the heat so the chili is gently simmering and cook, uncovered, until the chili is thick, dark red and flavorful, about 1 1/2 hours. Serve in bowls with the remaining scallions and suggested toppings.

BIG GAME DAY CHILI



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The first time I tried this chili I was floored! It has wonderful flavors, and is very spicy and very addictive. If you don't like heat, adjust the ingredients. It's perfect at a football tailgate party or picnic. If you like a roasted flavor, bake the garlic before pressing it. For the beer, a hoppy pale ale works well, as does a dark stout. I've also experimented with adding a cup of coffee to the mix to give it a roasted coffee flavor. It also freezes well.

Provided by Beer and Food Guy

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Chili Recipes     Pork Chili Recipes

Time 1h45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 yellow onions, chopped
1 sweet onion, chopped
1 head garlic, peeled and minced
1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
1 orange bell pepper, chopped
2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
2 pounds Italian sausage meat
4 slices applewood smoked bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 (28 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
2 (14 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained
2 (14.5 ounce) cans kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
2 cups beef broth
1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle dark beer
¼ teaspoon chili powder, or to taste
¼ cup crumbled dried oregano
1 tablespoon fresh-ground black pepper
2 teaspoons salt, or amount to taste
2 ½ ounces dark chocolate candy bar

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large deep pot over medium-high heat, and stir in the onions, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook and stir until the onions are transparent, about 5 minutes. Add the beef stew meat, sausage, and bacon. Cook until meats are evenly browned. Drain the fat.
  • Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, black beans, kidney beans, chipotle peppers with sauce, beef broth, beer, chili powder, oregano, pepper, salt, and chocolate. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for at least 1 hour; 2 hours is preferred.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 543.9 calories, Carbohydrate 36.8 g, Cholesterol 85.9 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 10.7 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 10.7 g, Sodium 2025.6 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

CINCINNATI CHILI DOGS



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My in-laws are from Ohio, so we have Cincinnati chili at many of our family gatherings. I spiced up this family classic with cinnamon and cocoa powder and then ladled it over hot dogs. It's perfect for game day, tailgates and potlucks. -Jennifer Gilbert, Brighton, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 4h20m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-1/2 pounds ground beef
2 small onions, chopped, divided
2 cans (15 ounces each) tomato sauce
1-1/2 teaspoons baking cocoa
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
10 hot dogs
10 hot dog buns, split
Shredded cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook and stir ground beef until no longer pink, breaking it into crumbles; drain., In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine beef with 1 chopped onion; add the next 8 ingredients. Cook, covered, on low about 2 hours; add hot dogs. Continue cooking, covered, on low until heated through, about 2 hours longer., Serve on buns; top with shredded cheese and remaining chopped onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 1135mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right type of chili: A good chili for chili pups should be thick and hearty, with a good balance of flavors. Look for a chili that has a nice blend of spices, but not too much heat.
  • Use high-quality hot dogs: The hot dogs you use will make a big difference in the final dish. Look for hot dogs that are made with good-quality meat and have a nice snap to them.
  • Grill or pan-fry the hot dogs: Grilling or pan-frying the hot dogs will give them a nice smoky flavor and crispy texture. If you're grilling the hot dogs, be sure to preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  • Load up the chili pups: Once the hot dogs are cooked, it's time to load them up with chili, cheese, and your favorite toppings. Be generous with the chili and cheese, and don't be afraid to add other toppings like onions, peppers, or jalapeños.
  • Serve the chili pups hot: Chili pups are best served hot, so be sure to eat them as soon as they're made.

Conclusion:

Chili pups are a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for game day or any other casual gathering. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a dish that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chili pups a try. You won't be disappointed.

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