Loaded Chili Cheese Fries
A delicious and filling dish perfect for game nights, parties, or a cozy family dinner, combining crispy fries, savory chili, and melted cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking, Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- Frozen French fries
- 1 lb Ground beef or turkey
- 1 can Kidney beans, drained
- 2 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 can Diced tomatoes
- 1 small Onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Shredded cheese (cheddar or nacho cheese)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sliced green onions (for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional)
- Jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the frozen French fries according to package instructions until crispy.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions and minced garlic until soft, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the ground beef or turkey and cook until browned.
- Stir in drained kidney beans, chili powder, and diced tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper and simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Transfer the crispy fries to a serving platter and pour the chili mixture over them.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and place under the broiler for a few minutes until melted.
- Garnish with sliced green onions and optional toppings like sour cream and jalapeños. Serve warm.
Notes
For a healthier option, bake the fries instead of frying. Customize toppings based on preference!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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