Chili Dog Cheesy Bake (Printable)

Baked layers of hot dogs, chili, and cheese come together in a satisfying cheesy dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Meats

01 - 8 beef hot dogs, sliced into 1-inch pieces

→ Chili

02 - 2 cups prepared chili (homemade or canned, with or without beans)

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped

→ Dairy

04 - 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (approximately 6 ounces)

→ Breads

05 - 6 hot dog buns, sliced in half

→ Pantry

06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder

→ Garnishes (optional)

08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place the halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle garlic powder evenly over them.
03 - Scatter the sliced hot dogs evenly over the prepared buns.
04 - Sprinkle the chopped onion evenly over the hot dogs.
05 - Pour the chili evenly over the hot dog and onion mixture.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the entire casserole.
07 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.
08 - Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and dollops of sour cream if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Simple to assemble with minimal prep
  • Great for feeding a hungry group or family
02 -
  • You can use turkey or plant-based hot dogs for different dietary needs
  • Chili ingredients and cheese type can be varied for flavor or allergies
03 -
  • Let the casserole cool for at least 5 minutes before serving so the cheese sets slightly
  • For crispier buns, toast them lightly before assembling
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