Chili Cheese Waffle Fries for a Crowd are packed with big flavor! Great for lazy dinners and entertaining a crowd.
Seasoned waffle fries topped with homemade chili, gooey melted cheese with some jalapeno slices and scallions to boot. Sound good?
This is a relaxed main dish or appetizer that can be eaten as finger food (think Nachos) or plated.
Whether wanting a satisfying, soul-warming lazy meal, for game day or entertaining a crowd these Chili Cheese Waffle Fries are a hit every time.
What are Chili Cheese Waffle Fries?
Typical Chili Cheese fries are a bed of hot French fries, smothered in chili and topped with melted cheddar cheese.
It’s comfort food at its best!
This Chili Cheese Waffle Fries recipe uses prepared seasoned waffle fries.
The seasoned waffle fries add more flavor and a nice texture to the recipe. They make it easy too!
Homemade chili adds an irresistible depth of flavor.
Loads of cheese, a combination of mild cheddar and Colby/Jack cheeses, add the finishing touch.
A sprinkle of scallions slices and jalapeno slices (if you are so bold) and your meal is set!
Homemade Chili: A Stand-Alone Recipe!
The chili cheese fries recipe is actually two recipes in one.
The homemade meat chili can be served by itself without the rest of this recipe. Once you try it you’ll think of many ways to use the homemade chili other recipes.
The chili is bold in flavor and spices. If tasted before it’s combined with the fries and cheese, it might seem too spicy.
It does calm down a bit when fully incorporated in the chili fries.
Homemade Chili TIP
Like most chili this one gets better with age so can be made up to a few days prior to preparing the chili cheese waffle fries.
Warm the homemade chili up while the waffle fries are cooking and the recipe can be done in about 30 minutes.
Is this Recipe Gluten-Free?
Yes, depending on the waffle fries used. The homemade chili is naturally gluten-free.
Can Leftovers be Reheated?
No worries if you aren’t ‘a crowd’. I’ve made these chili cheese waffle fries then we’ve had leftovers and served them reheated the next day.
Though the fries were not as crisp, the dish transformed into a hungry man’s lasagna of sorts. Everyone loved it!
More Comfort Food Recipes You’ll Love:
- Slow Cooker Carne Asada with Oven-Baked Fries
- Green Chile Chicken Totchos
- Spicy Pot Roast Nachos {great for leftovers recipe}
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Originally published: January 29, 2016
Emily says
I made these with leftover chili and everyone raved. Thank you!
Charlotte says
Perfect football-watching grub!
Liz says
I’ve always loved these toppings on nachos, but over waffle fries is even MORE addicting!!
Courtney O'Dell says
Whoa baby! These fries are out of this world delicious. Can’t wait to make again!
krissy says
Whoever thought to put chili and fries together is a genius. This looks decedant! I will be adding this to my dinner menu!
Sommer says
I can’t get enough of these fries! I make these for every and any occasion! A real crowd pleaser too.
Steph says
These will be great for my Super Bowl party this year. Can’t wait to make them!
lauren kelly says
I absolutely love everything about these!
Rosey says
Yep, that’s definitely a crowd pleaser. I can see the familiy whoopin’ it up when I set those out on the table.
Crystal says
Man, those look insanely delicious! I’m all about the snacks when tailgating!
Jeanine says
Oh my gosh. I’ve never had chili cheese fries before and this? Looks AMAZING. Would love to try these and I think my family would LOVE them too!
Toni Dash says
If you haven’t had them before this is the way to start! There will be no going back!
Brandy says
I had to pin this to my Happy Food board, looks delicious! I will have to make this for a fun little get together!
Lindsey @ Redhead Baby Mama says
God bless you, you used waffle fries like a sensible southern (Texas?!) woman should. This look fantastic!
Theresa says
Oh, gosh! I don’t know if I would share these, or eat them all myself! They look so nom!
Seattle Travel Blogger says
This looks like a spicy little number!
I like the idea a lot and plan on sharing with my dad.
Toni Dash says
It does seem like a dish a Dad would love, doesn’t it? It was pretty popular at my house.
Debbie Denny says
Gosh that looks so delish. I think that would go great around here.
Monica says
This looks amazing! My only problem is that I would want to consume it ALL by myself. 🙂
Liz Mays says
Yum! The guys would be all over these. I’d love to make some for a special dinner or for a game day snack.
Pam says
Who doesn’t love chili cheese fries? This looks absolutely delicious!
Joyce Brewer (@MommyTalkShow) says
Cheese. Meat. Fries.
Three of my favorite foods IN LIFE.
And yes, this is a struggle to see in January when I’m working on doing better w/ my diet.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
Hello, Super Bowl nom noms! Those look great. I can’t wait to make them for everyone!
MJ L says
Oh yum! I need to make these for my family they would love!!