Toss raw beef hot dogs in the slow cooker and 2 other ingredients to get a meal so delicious your family will be begging for more.

This 3-ingredient slow cooker chili cheese dog recipe is the kind of weeknight shortcut I lean on when the day gets away from me. It takes its cue from classic Midwestern ballpark chili dogs, but pares everything down to the essentials: raw beef hot dogs, canned chili, and plenty of shredded cheese.

Slow cooker chili cheese dogs served in buns on a weeknight dinner table
You literally toss the hot dogs into the slow cooker, pour over chili, and finish with cheese. A few hours later, you’ve got a family-friendly meal that tastes like it took far more effort than it actually did.

Serve these chili cheese dogs tucked into warm hot dog buns or split-top rolls, with extra shredded cheese and a sprinkle of chopped onion or jalapeños if your crew likes a little kick. On the side, I like simple potato chips, coleslaw, or a green salad to balance the richness. For a heartier spread, add baked beans or roasted potatoes, and offer a few crunchy dill pickles to cut through the chili and cheese. A cold lager, iced tea, or sparkling water with lime pairs nicely with the savory, cheesy flavors.

3-Ingredient Slow Cooker Chili Cheese Dogs

Servings: 8

Ingredients

8 raw beef hot dogs
2 cans (about 15 ounces each) canned chili (with or without beans)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or colby-jack), divided

Directions

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