Chili Cheese Fries Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fries
Chili
Cheese Topping
Method
Prepare Fries
- 1
Bake the Fries
Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Spread the frozen French fries on a baking sheet in a single layer. Drizzle with vegetable oil and toss to coat evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy, flipping halfway through.
Cook Chili
- 2
Sauté Ingredients
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain excess fat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until the onion is translucent.
- 3
Add Tomatoes and Beans
Stir in the canned diced tomatoes and kidney beans. Mix well.
- 4
Season the Chili
Add the chili powder, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
- 5
Simmer the Chili
Pour in the water and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Assemble Chili Cheese Fries
- 6
Combine and Serve
Once the fries are done, remove them from the oven and top with the chili mixture. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese is melted. Remove from the oven, drizzle with sour cream, and sprinkle with chopped green onions before serving.

