Description
Chili Cheese Dog Bake is a warm, comforting casserole featuring buttery crescent rolls wrapped around hot dogs and melted American cheese, all nestled in a rich layer of hearty chili. Baked to golden perfection and topped with a garlic butter glaze, this dish is a family-friendly favorite perfect for casual dinners or game day snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Crescent Rolls and Filling
- 8 rolls crescent rolls
- 8 slices American cheese
- 8 pieces hot dogs
Chili and Topping
- 30 ounces chili
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic salt
- Fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the crescent rolls and chili cheese dogs.
- Prepare Crescent Rolls: Unroll the crescent dough and separate it into 8 individual triangles, positioning each triangle with the widest end ready for filling.
- Add Cheese and Hot Dog: Place one slice of American cheese and one hot dog on the widest end of each crescent roll triangle, ensuring the cheese covers the length of the hot dog for ultimate melty goodness.
- Roll the Dogs: Carefully roll each crescent triangle starting at the widest end with the hot dog inside, tucking the ends in securely to prevent any fillings from spilling out during baking.
- Arrange in Baking Dish: Place the rolled crescent dogs into a 9×13 glass baking dish, spacing them evenly to allow heat to circulate and bake them evenly.
- Add Chili: Spread the 30 ounces of chili around and between the crescent dogs in the baking dish, distributing it evenly without covering the rolls entirely.
- Prepare Butter Topping: Melt the salted butter and mix in the garlic salt; then generously brush this mixture over the tops of the crescent rolls to create a golden, flavorful crust.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes, or until the crescent rolls turn a beautiful golden brown color and are cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top to add a burst of color and fresh herb flavor before serving warm.
Notes
- You can use your favorite type of hot dogs or sausages to customize the flavor.
- For a spicier variation, add jalapeños inside the rolls or use chili with added heat.
- If you prefer, shredded cheddar cheese can substitute American cheese for a stronger flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture retention.
- Ensure the ends of the crescent rolls are tucked in tightly to avoid cheese leakage during baking.
