Description
Hearty chili hot dog casserole combines comfort foods for a satisfying meal that brings families together. Cheesy layers and classic ingredients create a crowd-pleasing dish you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 Hot dogs
- 15 ounces (425 grams) Canned chili (with or without beans)
Cheese and Toppings:
- 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup Chopped onions
- 2 tablespoons Pickled jalapenos
Bread and Condiments:
- 1 tube Crescent roll dough
- 2 tablespoons Yellow mustard
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 375°F (190°C), preparing a sturdy baking dish for the hearty casserole.
- Create a foundational layer by spreading a generous portion of chili across the bottom of the dish, ensuring complete coverage.
- Arrange hot dogs strategically over the chili base, positioning them evenly for consistent heat distribution.
- Drizzle the remaining chili sauce over the hot dogs, completely blanketing the proteins.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese across the top, allowing it to melt and create a rich, golden surface.
- Optional: Delicately lay crescent roll dough over the cheese for an additional crispy, flaky texture.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the cheese bubbles and edges turn golden brown.
- Once removed from the oven, enhance the presentation with optional garnishes like tangy mustard, finely chopped raw onions, and zesty pickled jalapeños.
- Serve immediately while piping hot, allowing the melted cheese and savory chili to tantalize taste buds.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by choosing mild or spicy chili to suit different taste preferences.
- Swap traditional hot dogs with turkey or plant-based alternatives for a healthier version.
- Enhance crunch and texture by adding crushed tortilla chips or breadcrumbs on top before baking.
- Prep ahead by assembling the casserole earlier and refrigerating until ready to bake, which helps develop deeper flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg