Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsBig Daddy's BBQBrisket Chili Cheese Fries Recipe

Brisket Chili Cheese Fries Recipe

Inspired by Big Daddy's BBQ
Time45m
Serves4

Crispy fries covered in homemade nacho cheese, brisket chili, and sprinkled with cheddar cheese and red onion. Perfect for sharing with friends and family as an appetizer to your main courses!

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Ingredients

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Fries and Toppings

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fries

    Bake or fry the frozen French fries according to package instructions until crispy and golden brown.

  2. 2

    Make the Brisket Chili

    In a pot, combine the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir in the cooked brisket and simmer for 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Cheese Sauce

    In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add the milk, whisking until smooth. Stir in the sharp cheddar cheese until melted and smooth, and season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Assemble the Dish

    On a serving platter, layer the crispy fries, then pour over the brisket chili, followed by the cheese sauce. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and diced red onion.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Serve the brisket chili cheese fries immediately while hot, garnished with extra red onion if desired.

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