🌭 Chili Cheese Dog Boats Recipe
🧂 Ingredients:
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6 hoagie rolls or large hot dog buns
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6 hot dogs
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1–1½ cups prepared chili (canned or homemade)
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a blend like cheddar-jack)
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2 tbsp butter (optional, for brushing)
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1 tsp garlic powder or minced garlic (optional)
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Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Prep the buns:
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Cut a “boat” shape out of the top of each hoagie roll, removing some of the inside bread to make room for fillings.
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Optional: Lightly toast the insides in the oven for 5–6 minutes so they don’t get soggy later.
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Cook the hot dogs:
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Boil, grill, or pan-fry the hot dogs until heated through.
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Assemble the boats:
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Place a hot dog in each bun.
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Spoon about 2–3 tablespoons of chili over each hot dog.
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Sprinkle generously with shredded cheese.
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Bake:
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Place the boats on a baking sheet.
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Bake in the oven for 10–12 minutes, or until cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
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Optional butter topping:
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Mix melted butter with garlic powder and brush the tops and sides of the buns before or after baking for extra flavor.
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Garnish and serve:
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Top with chopped green onions, parsley, or even jalapeños for a kick.
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🔄 Variations:
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Spicy: Add sliced jalapeños or spicy chili.
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Bacon chili dogs: Add crumbled bacon on top before baking.
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Cheese lovers: Use a mix of mozzarella, pepper jack, and cheddar.
Would you like a homemade chili recipe to go with it? Or a version for air fryer or camping?
