Chili Dog Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish that combines the flavors of chili and hot dogs in a baked casserole. Here’s a simple recipe to make it:
Ingredients:
- 8 hot dog buns, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 can (15 ounces) chili with beans
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 hot dogs
- 1/4 cup diced onions (optional)
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapenos (optional)
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Arrange the hot dog bun pieces in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chili with beans and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Stir until well combined.
- Spoon the chili mixture over the hot dog buns, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese over the chili mixture.
- Arrange the hot dogs on top of the cheese layer, pressing them slightly into the chili mixture.
- Optionally, sprinkle diced onions and sliced jalapenos over the top of the casserole for extra flavor and heat.
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is heated through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once done, remove the foil from the baking dish and switch the oven to broil. Broil the casserole for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and slightly crispy on top.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish the Chili Dog Casserole with chopped fresh cilantro, if desired.
- Serve the casserole hot, scooping out portions with a spatula.
- Enjoy the delicious and comforting flavors of chili dogs in casserole form!
Source : Allrecipes.com