Loaded Chili Cheese Fries
Crispy French fries topped with hearty chili and melted cheese, perfect for gatherings or movie nights.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
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- Frozen French fries
- 1 lb Ground beef or turkey
- 1 can Kidney beans
- 2 tbsp Chili powder
- 1 can Diced tomatoes
- 1 Onion, chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic, minced
- 2 cups Shredded cheese (cheddar or nacho cheese)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions (for garnish)
- Sour cream (optional)
- Jalapeños (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fries: Cook frozen French fries according to package instructions until crispy.
- Cook the Meat: In a skillet, sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft, then add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned.
- Add the Chili Ingredients: Stir in kidney beans, chili powder, and diced tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper, then simmer for 10-15 minutes.
- Assemble the Dish: Transfer fries to a serving platter and top with the chili mixture.
- Melt the Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and broil until melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with sliced green onions and optional toppings like sour cream and jalapeños. Serve warm.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, substitute ground meat with a plant-based option or additional beans and vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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