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Why we love this recipe
I make this extremely decadent supper about twice a year when the Southern husband looks at me with those big brown “please make me chili dog casserole” eyes. Because it is that kind of extreme cheesy, naughty DELICIOUSNESS, and totally worth a little extra time on the treadmill.
It also calls for exactly four ingredients that come together in about 10 minutes. Most of your time making this sassy chili cheese dog casserole is spent inhaling the aroma of baking chili and cheese.
It calls for exactly one casserole dish, so easy clean-up!
And did I mention it was the height of cheesy chili hot dog scrumptiousness? Kind of like state fair food, but right in your very own kitchen.
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Recipe notes and substitutions
- Chili: We have made this recipe with both canned chili (I like the kind with no beans, but the bean kind is just fine) and with leftover chili (YUM.) Whatever your favorite chili is…that’s the kind to use!
- Hot Dogs: Again, use your fave. We like all beef hot dogs in our house, but you can use any kind you like. Yay for flexibility!
- Tortillas: We find that 6 inch flour tortillas are the best size and texture for this recipe.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities and nutritional information.
Here’s how to make this recipe
STEP 1: Preheat oven to 425.
STEP 2: Spread 1 cup of chili in the bottom of a casserole dish.
STEP 3: Roll up 6 hot dogs in each in their own tortilla (the 6 inch size works great for this) and place seam side down on the chili.
STEP 4: Pour the remaining chili over the row of hot dogs.
STEP 5: Scatter a cup of shredded cheddar cheese over all.
STEP 6: Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
STEP 7: Serve immediately, and then eat nothing but salad for the next week.
Recipe FAQ
You can, but they will add a chewier, more rustic texture to the casserole. Which might be just fine with you!
We use the Hormel no-bean kind, but any type is just fine (and of course, homemade is the best of all if you are looking for a way to use up leftover chili!) If you are looking for the canned kind, it’s usually in the dry prepared foods aisle of your supermarket, somewhere near the boxed macaroni and cheese.
This recipe is best when it is put together right before you bake it up, so the tortillas don’t get too soggy. But it only takes 10 minutes to throw it together!
Pop your question in the comments section below and I will answer pronto!
Want to round out your meal?
Sometimes I can’t stop myself from serving an Actual Vegetable with this casserole, and this cherry tomato green bean salad is the perfect colorful side dish.
A slice of Blueberry Boy Bait is the perfect dessert…and for the cook? A Peach Mint Margarita!
Other chili recipes we love!
We want to know what you think! 🤔
If you try this recipe, we would love to hear how it came out for you! I’d be super grateful if you could leave a star rating (you pick how many stars! 🌟 ) and your thoughts in the Comments section.
Chili Dog Casserole
Chili dogs plus a little cheese turn into one of the world’s easiest suppers. Try this easy recipe for chili dog casserole tonight!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
- 2 cups chili (or one 15 ounce can of prepared chili, if you want to totally throw caution to the wind)
- 6 hot dogs
- 6 flour tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425.
- Spread 1 cup of chili in the bottom of a casserole dish.
- Roll up each hot dog in a tortilla and place seam side down on the chili.
- Pour the remaining chili over the row of hot dogs.
- Scatter the cheese over the whole thing.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Serve immediately.
Notes
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- Chili: We have made this recipe with both canned chili (I like the kind with no beans, but the bean kind is just fine) and with leftover chili (YUM.) Whatever your favorite chili is…that’s the kind to use!
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- Hot Dogs: Again, use your fave. We like all beef hot dogs in our house, but you can use any kind you like. Yay for flexibility!
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- Tortillas: We find that 6 inch flour tortillas are the best size and texture for this recipe.
Gary says
Love it thank you so much for this recipe ! The kids loved it !
You are so welcome! I love getting the kids’ seal of approval. :)
Kiki says
This is such an easy and fabulous recipe! The results have been perfect every time, and now I have three generations of family requesting it regularly. Thank you, Kate!
Three generations of chili dog casserole lovers – this makes me so happy! :)
Denise Hutson says
I only have hot dog buns with no way to get to the store for tortillas today. Will those work? Thank you so much.
Hi Denise – I would say they are definitely worth a try! I would flatten them out a little with a rolling pin if you can, so they wrap all around the hot dog. :)
Sarah says
My husband and I love this recipe! It’s one of the quickest, easiest things ever. I use low carb tortillas and have a nice big side salad with it. It’s definitely on my rotation! It’s actually in the oven as I type this!
Sarah! This makes me so happy – I think I can smell the delicious aroma coming from your kitchen! :)
Edith says
I would have never thought to do chili dogs this way! These look delicious. Can’t wait to try them!
Edith! Once you’ve tried them this way, it’s hard to go back! Hope you love them as much as we do.
Karl says
Looks great. But. Treadmill? What’s that?
Okay, this is Officially my favorite comment of the day! :) :)
Theresa Murphy says
Karl, treadmill is an extra large clothing rack. 😁
Karl says
Good one!
My friend! I’ve missed you…and as usual, you are right! :)
Chris says
Can I grill my hotdogs first and still use the same recipe?
You definitely can!