Description
A comforting and flavorful dish featuring crispy baked French fries topped with savory chili, melted cheddar cheese, and fresh toppings like sour cream, green onions, and optional jalapeño slices. Perfect for a hearty snack or casual meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Fries
- 1 bag frozen French fries
Toppings
- 2 cups cooked chili
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Jalapeño slices (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and cook fries: Preheat your oven according to the instructions on the frozen French fries package, then bake the fries until they are crispy and golden brown.
- Heat chili: While the fries are baking, warm the cooked chili in a saucepan over medium heat until hot throughout, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Assemble fries and chili: Once the fries are done baking, transfer them onto a large serving plate or oven-safe dish. Evenly spoon the hot chili over the fries, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Melt cheese: Place the assembled fries back into the oven and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Add finishing toppings: Remove the dish from the oven and immediately top with dollops of sour cream, chopped green onions, and jalapeño slices if using, to add freshness and a spicy kick.
Notes
- For extra crispy fries, spread them out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Use your favorite chili recipe or canned chili for convenience.
- Adjust jalapeño slices based on your heat preference or omit entirely for a milder dish.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Substitute cheddar cheese with a blend of cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for different flavors.
