Chili Cheese Fries
Chili cheese fries are a hearty comfort food dish consisting of a base of crispy French fries topped with a generous layer of savory meat or bean chili and a blanket of melted cheese. It's a popular indulgence in American diners, pubs, and sports venues, often served as a shareable appetizer or a filling main course.
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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is typically high in carbohydrates from the potatoes, fat from the cheese and chili, and provides a moderate amount of protein from the meat and dairy. A standard restaurant serving can easily range from 800 to over 1,200 calories, making it a very energy-dense meal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 850 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 78 g |
| Fat | 52 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 1450 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Potassium | 600 mg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Folate | 80 mcg DFE |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
Per 1 serving (340 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, chili cheese fries are a quintessential example of American 'loaded' comfort food, representing a fusion of two beloved classics—fries and chili con carne. Nutritionally, its unique appeal lies in the combination of salty, savory, and umami flavors that create a highly palatable and satisfying, if not particularly balanced, eating experience.
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