Chili Dog Cheesy Bake (Print Version)

A hearty baked dish with chili, sliced hot dogs, and melted cheddar cheese for easy meals.

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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with minimal ingredients and equipment.
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd or family dinner with generous portions.
  • Comforting flavors everyone loves, combining chili, hot dogs, and cheesy goodness.
  • Flexible to adapt with different cheeses or hot dog varieties.
02 -
  • Use a good quality chili with or without beans to suit your preference.
  • Brush the buns generously with butter to get a golden and crispy base.
  • Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving to prevent spills and enhance flavor.
  • Customize with fresh garnishes like chives or green onions for added freshness.
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