🌭🧀 Chili Cheese Dog Bake — the ultimate comfort food! Juicy hot dogs wrapped in soft crescent rolls, baked in rich chili, and topped with gooey melted cheese. It’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dinner that tastes like a game-day favorite in casserole form.
🍲 Chili Cheese Dog Bake Recipe
Serves: 6
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
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1 can (8 oz) crescent roll dough
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6 hot dogs
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1 can (15 oz) chili (with or without beans)
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend)
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1 tbsp butter, melted
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Optional: chopped onions, jalapeños, or parsley for garnish
🥣 Instructions
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Preheat oven:
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Set to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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Assemble the hot dogs:
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Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
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Place a hot dog on each triangle and roll it up, starting at the wide end.
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Layer the chili:
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Spread chili evenly on the bottom of the baking dish.
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Place the wrapped hot dogs on top of the chili.
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Bake:
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Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until dough is golden brown and cooked through.
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Add cheese:
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Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and return to the oven for another 5 minutes, until melted and bubbly.
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Serve:
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Brush rolls with melted butter and garnish with onions or parsley if desired.
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Serve warm — great with a side salad, fries, or extra chili for dipping!
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✨ Tips
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Use beef chili for a heartier flavor or vegetarian chili for a lighter option.
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For extra spice, add jalapeños or hot sauce before baking.
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This recipe also works great with mini hot dogs for party appetizers!
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