Baked chili dog layers with cheddar and buttery buns, ideal for quick, satisfying dinners or snacks.
# Ingredients:
→ Meats
01 - 8 beef hot dogs, sliced into 1-inch pieces
→ Chili
02 - 2 cups prepared chili (homemade or canned, with or without beans)
→ Vegetables
03 - 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
→ Dairy
04 - 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (approximately 6 ounces)
→ Breads
05 - 6 hot dog buns, sliced in half
→ Pantry
06 - 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
→ Garnishes (optional)
08 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
09 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
# Instructions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly.
02 - Place the halved hot dog buns cut-side up into the baking dish. Brush the tops with melted butter and sprinkle evenly with garlic powder.
03 - Distribute the sliced hot dogs evenly over the prepared buns.
04 - Scatter the finely chopped yellow onion over the hot dogs.
05 - Evenly ladle the prepared chili over the hot dog and onion layers.
06 - Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the chili layer.
07 - Bake uncovered for 30 to 35 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and the dish is heated through.
08 - Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped chives or green onions and add dollops of sour cream if desired.
09 - Serve hot and enjoy.
