Baked layers of chili, hot dogs, cheddar, and buns create a warm, cheesy main dish everyone enjoys.
# 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 (about 6 ounces)
→ 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 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 halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the prepared dish. Brush evenly with melted butter and sprinkle garlic powder over the buns.
03 - Distribute the sliced hot dogs evenly over the buttered buns. Sprinkle the chopped onion uniformly atop the hot dogs.
04 - Pour the prepared chili evenly over the hot dog and onion layer.
05 - Generously sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the entire dish.
06 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the casserole is heated through.
07 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and spoon dollops of sour cream if desired.
08 - Serve the casserole warm to enjoy at its best.
