Chili Cheese Fries
Chili cheese fries are the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy fries with a hearty chili and gooey cheese. This dish is perfect for game nights or casual gatherings, providing mouthwatering flavor in every bite. Easy to prepare and customizable, these chili cheese fries will be the star of your table. Get ready to indulge in a delicious experience that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bag (28 oz) frozen crinkle-cut fries
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 can (15 oz) chili (your choice)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Spread frozen fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground beef until browned. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in canned chili and heat for about 5 minutes.
- Once fries are crispy, layer beef and chili mixture on top, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until cheese is melted.
- Top with sour cream, green onions, and jalapeños before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (400g)
- Calories: 900
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 50g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 85g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 90mg