Chili Cheese Dog Bake

A fun twist on the classic hot dog, baked casserole-style with cheesy wrapped dogs nestled in warm chili.

Contributor: Uncle Darin
Chili Cheese Dog Bake

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Temp

375°F

Yield

4 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 can (14 to 15 oz) chili, heated
  • 1 pizza crust, refrigerated classic style
  • 4 cheddar cheese sticks
  • 4 hot dogs, all beef
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon parsley flakes

Instructions

  1. Step 1
    1

    Heat oven to 375°F. Spray a 9-inch square or 11x7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Pour the hot chili into the dish and spread evenly.

  2. Step 2
    2

    Unroll the dough and cut it into 4 strips. Cut each cheese stick in half lengthwise and place the halves on each side of a hot dog. Wrap a strip of dough around each cheese-filled hot dog, overlapping slightly in the center.

  3. Step 3
    3

    Place the wrapped hot dogs on top of the hot chili and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the dough is light golden brown.

  4. Step 4
    4

    Meanwhile, melt the butter and stir in the garlic powder and parsley flakes.

  5. Step 5
    5

    Remove from the oven and brush the tops of the baked cheese dogs with the butter mixture. Serve immediately.

Tips & Variations

  • Use all-beef hot dogs for classic flavor.
  • Brush with garlic butter right after baking.
  • Serve while hot and melty.
  • Pair with chips or a simple salad.