Description
This easy Chili Cheese Dog Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining hot dogs, chili, melted cheese, and a flaky crust into a simple, oven-baked dish. Perfect for weeknights, game days, or potlucks!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 hot dog buns
- 6 hot dogs (sliced lengthwise or whole)
- 2 cups canned chili (or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp butter (melted)
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- Optional toppings: mustard, ketchup, chopped onions, pickled jalapeños
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare hot dogs: Slice in half lengthwise for smaller bites or leave whole.
- Arrange buns: Lay hot dog buns snugly in the baking dish.
- Assemble casserole: Place hot dogs inside buns, then evenly pour chili over them.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella generously on top.
- Enhance flavor: Mix melted butter with garlic powder and onion powder, then brush over bun edges.
- Bake: Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove foil and bake for another 10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with mustard, ketchup, onions, or jalapeños as desired.
Notes
- Prevent soggy buns: Use a thick chili and consider toasting buns beforehand.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm in a 350°F oven for 10-15 minutes or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Make ahead: Assemble and refrigerate up to 24 hours before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: chili cheese dog casserole, hot dog casserole, easy baked casserole, cheesy chili dog, game day recipe