Chili Cheese Dog Casserole is a fun and satisfying dish that brings the flavors of classic chili cheese dogs right to your dinner table. It’s warm, cheesy, and packed with deliciousness.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 8servings
Equipment
Baking Dish
Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
Hot Dog Ingredients
8piecesHot dog buns
8piecesHot dogs
Chili Ingredients
1can (15 oz)Chili with beans
2cupsCheddar cheese, shredded
1/2cupOnion, diced
1teaspoonGarlic powder
1teaspoonMustard powder
1/2teaspoonSmoked paprika
1/4cupButter, melted
1teaspoonWorcestershire sauce
to tasteFresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Arrange the hot dog buns in the baking dish, splitting them open but keeping them connected at the bottom.
Place a hot dog in each bun.
Spoon the chili evenly over the hot dogs, making sure each one is covered.
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the chili, covering the whole surface.
In a small bowl, mix together the diced onion, garlic powder, mustard powder, and smoked paprika. Sprinkle this mix over the cheese.
In another small bowl, combine the melted butter and Worcestershire sauce. Drizzle this mixture over the casserole.
Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and slightly golden.
Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
This casserole is perfect on its own or served with a side of crispy chips or a fresh salad. It’s great for sharing, so bring it to potlucks or family get-togethers!