Fiery Chili Cheese Fries
Experience a spicy sensation with these loaded chili cheese fries, smothered in homemade chili, gooey cheddar cheese, and finished with a hint of freshness from green onions. Ideal for satisfying your cravings for a hot and cheesy treat.
ingredients
- 1 pound frozen French fries
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (14 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven according to the instructions on the frozen French fries package.
- 2.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, sauté until fragrant and golden brown.
- 3.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned. Break up any large pieces with a spoon.
- 4.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the chili thickens.
- 5.
While the chili is simmering, bake the French fries according to the package instructions.
- 6.
Once the French fries are crispy, remove them from the oven and transfer them onto a serving plate.
- 7.
Spoon the homemade chili generously over the fries, ensuring each fry is covered.
- 8.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chili.
- 9.
Place the loaded fries back into the oven for a few minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- 10.
Garnish with thinly sliced green onions.
