Description
This Chili Cheese Dog Casserole is a delicious twist on classic hot dogs, combining all the flavors of chili cheese dogs in a simple, hearty casserole. Perfect for a family-friendly weeknight dinner or a fun weekend meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Hot Dog Casserole:
- 8 beef hot dogs
- 8 hot dog buns
Chili Mixture:
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chili with beans
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare Hot Dog Casserole: Place hot dog buns in the dish, cut side up. Put a hot dog in each bun.
- Make Chili Mixture: In a bowl, combine chili, ketchup, mustard, chili powder, and garlic powder. Spoon the mixture over the hot dogs.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle chopped onion and half of the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Uncover, add the remaining cheese, and bake for another 10 minutes until bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Let it cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with jalapeños and parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, top with crushed tortilla chips or Fritos before baking.
- Substitute turkey or veggie hot dogs for a lighter option.
- Serve with sour cream or extra mustard for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chili cheese dog
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 1080 mg
- Fat: 23 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
