A cheesy, baked chili dog casserole blending savory hot dogs, chili, and melted cheddar in a hearty meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ 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 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (approximately 6 ounces)
→ Breads
05 - 6 hot dog buns, sliced in half
→ Pantry
06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Garnishes (optional)
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
# Method:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place the halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush with melted butter and evenly sprinkle garlic powder over them.
03 - Arrange the sliced hot dogs evenly over the buttered buns.
04 - Scatter the finely chopped yellow onion evenly atop the hot dogs.
05 - Pour the prepared chili evenly over the hot dog and onion layers.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chili layer.
07 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the dish is heated through.
08 - Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and dollops of sour cream if desired.
09 - Serve the casserole hot for best flavor and texture.
