Fully Loaded Classic Chili Cheese Dog Casserole
This Fully Loaded Classic Chili Cheese Dog Casserole combines hearty ground beef chili, plump hot dogs, and melted cheddar for a family-friendly, flavorful dish that’s quick to make and perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Chili Layer:
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 1 can 15 ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 can 8 ounces tomato sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Assembly:
- 12 beef or turkey hot dogs
- 3 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart. Drain excess fat.
- Stir in tomato sauce, tomato paste, kidney beans, chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer 10–15 minutes until thickened.
- Spread chili in the baking dish. Place hot dogs vertically and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake 20–25 minutes until cheese is melted and lightly golden and hot dogs are blistered.
- Let stand 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.