Indulgent Chili Cheese Fries
A comforting plate of crispy fries topped with hearty chili, melted cheese, sour cream, and fresh green onions – the perfect cozy dish for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium Russet Potatoes (or sweet potatoes for a healthier twist)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (can substitute with canola oil)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- Salt (to taste)
- Pepper (to taste)
- 2 cups Chili (Homemade or Canned; vegetarian or bean chili for a meatless option)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or pepper jack for a spicy kick)
- 1/2 cup Sour Cream (can substitute with Greek yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped Green Onions (or chives for a milder flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and slice the potatoes into even wedges or sticks, about ½-inch thick.
- Toss the potatoes in a large bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until fully coated.
- Spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, turning halfway through, until the fries are golden and crispy.
- While the fries bake, prepare the chili by heating in a skillet over medium heat.
- When the fries are done, remove them from the oven and layer the heated chili over the top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheese generously over the chili while it’s hot.
- Top with sour cream and green onions, then dive in straight away!
Notes
Make-ahead tips: You can prep your fries in advance by chopping and seasoning them. Store in the fridge until ready to bake.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg