Save A comforting and crowd-pleasing casserole combining classic chili dogs in a baked, cheesy format—perfect for weeknight dinners or game day gatherings.
I first served this to my family on a busy weeknight and it quickly became a favorite for its ease and delicious flavor.
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Ingredients
- Beef hot dogs: 8 beef hot dogs, sliced into 1-inch pieces
- Chili: 2 cups (about 450 g) prepared chili (homemade or canned with or without beans)
- Yellow onion: 1 small, finely chopped
- Cheddar cheese: 1 ½ cups (170 g) shredded
- Hot dog buns: 6, sliced in half
- Unsalted butter: 1 tablespoon, melted
- Garlic powder: ½ teaspoon
- Chopped fresh chives or green onions: 2 tablespoons (optional)
- Sour cream: 2 tablespoons (optional)
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Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish.
- Step 2:
- Arrange the halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder.
- Step 3:
- Scatter sliced hot dogs evenly over the buns.
- Step 4:
- Sprinkle chopped onion over the hot dogs.
- Step 5:
- Pour chili evenly over the hot dog mixture.
- Step 6:
- Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Step 7:
- Bake uncovered for 30–35 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly and casserole is heated through.
- Step 8:
- Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with chives or green onions and dollops of sour cream, if desired.
- Step 9:
- Serve hot.
Save This casserole always brings my family together around the table and fills our home with warm, inviting aromas.
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Required Tools
9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish, knife and cutting board, small bowl for butter, pastry brush optional
Allergen Information
Contains wheat (hot dog buns), dairy (cheese butter sour cream), possible soy (hot dogs), and possible gluten (chili depending on brand). Check all labels if serving those with allergies.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories 440, Total Fat 26 g, Carbohydrates 31 g, Protein 18 g
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This chili dog casserole is comfort food at its best and perfect for sharing with loved ones.
