Copy Cat Dairy Queen Hot Dog Chili Recipe

Recreate the magic of Dairy Queen's famous chili at home! This copycat recipe is incredibly delicious, family-approved, and surprisingly easy to make in just 20 minutes. Get ready for a rich, savory chili perfect for topping hot dogs, fries, or enjoying on its own. We've perfected the blend of spices to deliver that unmistakable Dairy Queen flavor.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 21.7 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 3.7 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Copy Cat Dairy Queen Hot Dog Chili

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How to Make Copy Cat Dairy Queen Hot Dog Chili

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 1 pound of ground beef over medium-high heat. Break the beef into crumbles as it cooks. Add 1 medium onion, chopped, and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Stir in 1 (15-ounce) can of tomato sauce, 1 (15-ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15-ounce) can of chili beans (drained and rinsed), 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon cumin, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat to low and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the chili has thickened to your desired consistency. Stir occasionally.
  4. For a thicker chili, stir in 2 tablespoons of cornmeal during the last 5 minutes of simmering. Continue to cook until the cornmeal is cooked through and the chili has reached your desired thickness.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

0g

Carbs

1g