Description
Easy Chili Hot Dog Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This hearty dish combines juicy hot dogs and rich chili, all topped with a golden layer of cornbread and melted cheese. The aroma wafting from the oven will have your family running to the dining table. With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this casserole is not just quick to prepare, but also customizable to suit every palate. Serve it solo or alongside cornbread and a fresh salad for a complete meal that everyone will love. Perfect for game nights or last-minute dinners, this Easy Chili Hot Dog Casserole promises warmth and satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 hot dogs (beef or turkey)
- 1 can (15 oz) chili (vegetarian if desired)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package cornbread mix (prepared as per instructions)
- Optional: Sour cream and toppings (jalapeños, diced onions)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish.
- Slice hot dogs into bite-sized pieces and spread evenly in the dish.
- Pour chili over the hot dogs, ensuring even coverage.
- Prepare cornbread mix as directed, then pour over the chili layer without disturbing it.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving with shredded cheese and optional sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg