This Chili Cheese Dog Casserole takes all the best parts of a chili dog—beefy chili, melty cheese, and juicy hot dogs—and layers them into a comforting, bubbly baked dish. Topped with golden biscuits or crescent rolls, it’s everything you love in a chili dog, baked into a one-pan masterpiece.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 30–35 minutes
- Total time: ~50 minutes
- Servings: 6–8
🥘 Equipment
- 9×13″ baking dish
- Skillet or saucepan
- Mixing bowls
- Spoon or spatula
- Oven
🧂 Ingredients
| Ingredient | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hot dogs | 8 | Beef or your favorite kind |
| Canned chili (with or without beans) | 2 cans (15 oz each) | Or use homemade chili |
| Shredded cheddar cheese | 2 cups | Sharp cheddar melts best |
| Refrigerated biscuit dough or crescent rolls | 1 can (8-count) | Top crust |
| Onion (optional) | ½ cup, diced | Sautéed or raw, for extra flavor |
| Mustard (optional) | 2 tablespoons | Swirled into the chili |
| Garlic powder | ½ teaspoon | Optional seasoning |
| Jalapeños (optional) | For topping | Adds heat and color |
| Cooking spray | As needed | For baking dish |
🍽 Ingredient Notes
- Chili: Use your favorite canned brand, or substitute 3 cups of homemade chili.
- Hot dogs: You can slice them or leave them whole — sliced spreads them out more evenly.
- Biscuit vs. crescent dough: Biscuits = fluffier top, crescent = flakier and more buttery.
- Cheese: Use pre-shredded for convenience, or shred your own for better melt quality.
🔪 Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
Spray a 9×13” baking dish with nonstick spray.
2. Prepare the chili base
In a large skillet, heat the chili over medium heat. Add garlic powder, mustard, and diced onions if using. Stir to combine.
3. Assemble casserole base
Pour half the chili into the baking dish.
Arrange hot dogs (whole or sliced) evenly on top.
Top with the rest of the chili.
4. Add cheese
Sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded cheddar evenly over the chili.
5. Add biscuit or crescent topping
Open the biscuit or crescent dough.
- For biscuits: Place them evenly over the top (they’ll puff up as they bake).
- For crescent rolls: Unroll and lay the dough over the top, covering as much surface as possible.
6. Bake
Place in preheated oven and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the biscuits are golden and cooked through.
7. Top and serve
Sprinkle with remaining cheese and optional jalapeños during the last 5 minutes of baking.
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Optional toppings: chopped green onions, sour cream, hot sauce.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Est. Per Serving – 1 of 6 servings)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~480 |
| Protein | ~19g |
| Fat | ~32g |
| Carbs | ~30g |
| Fiber | ~3g |
| Sodium | ~1100mg |
Values vary based on specific ingredients used.
💡 Tips & Variations
✅ Tips
- Don’t underbake the biscuits: If they’re browning too fast, cover loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes.
- Use leftover chili: Great way to use up extra homemade chili.
- Add layers: Try layering with crushed tortilla chips or cooked tater tots underneath for a twist.
🔄 Variations
- Chili Cheese Corn Dog Casserole: Add a layer of cornbread batter instead of biscuits for a southern-style version.
- Spicy version: Mix in chipotle, jalapeños, or hot sauce into the chili.
- Vegetarian version: Use plant-based hot dogs and vegetarian chili.
- Mini Casserole Cups: Bake in muffin tins with biscuit dough on the bottom for party-friendly bites.
