Description
Crisp fries piled high with beefy chili and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for gatherings or late-night cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 bag (28 oz) frozen French fries or equivalent batch of homemade fries
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) chili beans or kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream, for topping
- Chopped green onions, for garnish
- Jalapeño slices (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread frozen fries on a baking sheet and bake until golden and crisp, about 25–30 minutes.
- While fries bake, heat a skillet over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet. Cook until softened, about 3–4 minutes.
- Stir in drained beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until thickened, about 10–15 minutes.
- Remove fries from the oven and arrange on a platter. Spoon chili over fries.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top and broil for 1–2 minutes until cheese melts and bubbles.
- Top with sour cream, green onions, and jalapeño slices. Serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, replace beef with black beans or lentils. Adjust spices as needed for desired heat.