Name: Crockpot Chili Dog Casserole With Smoked Chipotle Cheddar Swirl
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 h
Total time: 5 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 400g Beef Hot Dogs, sliced lengthwise; 500g Lean Ground Beef; 150g Onion, diced; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 150g Red Bell Pepper, diced; 30g Jalapeño, minced (optional); 400g Diced Tomatoes, canned; 240ml Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed; 240ml Black Beans, drained and rinsed; 480ml Beef Chili Sauce; 250ml Vegetable Broth; 150g Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded; 100g Smoked Cheddar Cheese, shredded; 60ml Heavy Cream; 2 tbsp Chipotle in Adobo Sauce, minced; 1 tsp Smoked Paprika; 0.5 tsp Ground Cumin; Salt and Pepper, to taste; 120ml Sour Cream; 1 tbsp Lime Juice; 2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped

Description

This Crockpot Chili Dog Casserole combines classic chili dogs with a creamy, smoky cheddar swirl for a comforting and flavorful meal. It’s perfect for game day or a cozy weeknight dinner, requiring minimal effort thanks to the slow cooker.

Ingredients

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400g Beef Hot Dogs, sliced lengthwise
500g Lean Ground Beef
150g Onion, diced
2 cloves Garlic, minced
150g Red Bell Pepper, diced
30g Jalapeño, minced (optional)
400g Diced Tomatoes, canned
240ml Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed
240ml Black Beans, drained and rinsed
480ml Beef Chili Sauce
250ml Vegetable Broth
150g Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
100g Smoked Cheddar Cheese, shredded
60ml Heavy Cream
2 tbsp Chipotle in Adobo Sauce, minced
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
0.5 tsp Ground Cumin
Salt and Pepper, to taste
120ml Sour Cream
1 tbsp Lime Juice
2 tbsp Cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

Brown Beef & Sauté Veggies: Brown 500g ground beef, then sauté 150g onion, 2 cloves garlic, 150g red bell pepper, and optional jalapeño for 3 minutes.
Simmer Chili Base: Add spices, 400g diced tomatoes, 240ml kidney beans, 240ml black beans, 480ml chili sauce, and 250ml broth; simmer for 10 minutes.
Make Cheddar Swirl: Melt 100g smoked cheddar in 60ml heavy cream, then stir in 2 tbsp minced chipotle.
Layer in Crockpot: Arrange sliced hot dogs in a crockpot, then pour chili over them.
Add Cheese & Swirl: Sprinkle 150g sharp cheddar over chili, then dollop and swirl the chipotle cheddar sauce.
Slow Cook: Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until hot dogs are tender and cheese is melted.
Make Lime Crema: Combine 120ml sour cream and 1 tbsp lime juice.
Serve & Garnish: Ladle into bowls, drizzle with lime crema, and garnish with 2 tbsp cilantro.

Notes

Using quality ingredients and allowing ample slow cooking time will maximize flavor. Adjust spice levels to your preference.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 300 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 15 g
Sodium: 800 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 12 g
Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 25 g
Cholesterol: 80 mg