Savory blend of sliced hot dogs, chili, and cheddar cheese baked for a warm, satisfying 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 - 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 2 tablespoons sour cream (optional garnish)
→ Breads
06 - 6 hot dog buns, halved
→ Pantry
07 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
08 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
→ Garnishes (optional)
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
02 - Place halved hot dog buns cut-side up in the baking dish. Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with garlic powder.
03 - Distribute sliced hot dogs evenly over the buttered buns.
04 - Sprinkle finely chopped yellow onion uniformly over the hot dogs.
05 - Ladle prepared chili evenly over the hot dog and onion layers.
06 - Scatter shredded cheddar cheese over the entire dish.
07 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and the casserole is thoroughly heated.
08 - Remove from oven and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and spoon dollops of sour cream if desired.
09 - Serve hot and enjoy.
