Hamburger Junk

Hamburger Junk is the ultimate lazy-day comfort food—a quick, no-fuss skillet meal made from ground beef and a can of no-bean Hormel chili. Cheesy, meaty, and endlessly customizable, it’s the kind of throw-together dish that tastes way better than it has any right to. Whether you pile it on chips, stuff it in a bun, or eat it straight from the pan, this is junk food in all the right ways.

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Step 1

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess grease.

Step 2

Stir in the can of Hormel chili (no beans) and mix well.

Step 3

Reduce heat and simmer for 5–7 minutes until heated through.

Step 4

Stir in shredded cheese and onions (or other add-ins) until melted and combined.

Step 5

Serve hot—straight up, over rice, on buns, or with tortilla chips.