Cooking Lucid
Chili Cheese Fries
Crispy fries smothered in hearty beef chili and melted cheese. The diner classic you can make at home in 25 minutes — messy, indulgent, and absolutely worth it.
Prep 5 min
Cook 20 min
Total 25 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — Quick chili
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion (diced)
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (drained)
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp kosher salt
Step 2 — Fries and toppings
- 1½ lbs frozen french fries (baked per package)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar
- ¼ cup sliced green onions
- Sour cream
- Pickled jalapeños
Instructions
- 1
Make the chili
Brown beef with onion and garlic. Drain fat. Stir in beans, tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, and salt. Simmer 10 minutes until thick.
- 2
Load the fries
Bake fries until crispy. Pile on a platter, top with hot chili and cheddar. Broil 1–2 minutes until cheese melts. Finish with green onions, sour cream, and jalapeños.
Nutrition per serving: 620 cal · 28g protein · 52g carbs · 34g fat · 8g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
