Chili Dog Cheesy Bake (Print Version)

A baked dish layering sliced hot dogs, chili, and melted cheddar cheese, ideal for easy dinners.

# Components:

→ 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 (170 g)

→ 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 - Arrange halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with garlic powder.
03 - Scatter sliced hot dogs evenly over the buns, then sprinkle with finely chopped onion.
04 - Pour chili evenly over the hot dog and onion mixture.
05 - Cover the chili layer with shredded cheddar cheese.
06 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly, and dish is heated through.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chives or green onions and dollops of sour cream, if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Kid-friendly and customizable
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd quickly
02 -
  • Always check chili and hot dog packaging for hidden allergens.
  • Let the casserole rest before slicing to keep layers intact.
03 -
  • Try different cheeses for new flavors.
  • Assemble the casserole up to one day ahead for easy baking.
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