Here’s a comforting, all-in-one meal that’s packed with flavor and nostalgia: Easy Homemade Fully Loaded Classic Chili Cheese Dog Casserole. It’s like your favorite ballpark chili dog baked into a cheesy, hearty casserole—perfect for family dinners, game days, or potlucks.
Ingredients
8 beef hot dogs, sliced or whole
1 (15 oz) can chili with beans (or homemade chili)
- 1 (8 oz) can refrigerated crescent roll dough or biscuit dough
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup chopped red or white onion
- ¼ cup chopped pickled jalapeños (optional)
- ¼ cup yellow mustard (optional drizzle)
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Layer the Base
Unroll crescent or biscuit dough and press it into the bottom of the dish, sealing any seams to form a flat crust layer.
3. Add Hot Dogs
Arrange sliced (or whole) hot dogs evenly on top of the dough.
4. Spoon on the Chili
Spread the chili evenly over the hot dogs.
5. Add Cheese and Toppings
Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese generously over the chili. Top with chopped onions and jalapeños if using.
6. Bake
Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the dough is cooked through and golden brown around the edges, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
7. Serve
Let cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle with mustard if desired and serve warm. Great with a side of coleslaw or fries.
Tips
Use homemade chili for extra depth of flavor.
Try smoked sausage or bratwurst instead of hot dogs for a gourmet twist.
Add crushed tortilla chips or fried onions on top in the last 5 minutes for extra crunch.