🌭 Chili Cheese Dog Bake
Servings: 6–8
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 25–30 mins
Total Time: ~40 mins
🧀 Ingredients:
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1 can (8 ct) refrigerated crescent roll dough (or biscuit dough, separated and flattened)
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8 hot dogs
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1 1/2 cups chili (homemade or canned)
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1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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2 tbsp chopped green onions or parsley (optional for garnish)
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Cooking spray or butter, for greasing
🍽️ Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9×13 baking dish.
2. Wrap the Dogs:
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Unroll the crescent dough and separate into triangles.
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Roll each hot dog in a triangle of dough, starting at the wide end and rolling toward the tip.
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Place each wrapped hot dog seam-side down in the greased baking dish.
3. Add the Chili:
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Spoon chili evenly around and over the wrapped dogs (avoid covering the tops completely so the dough can brown).
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Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chili and wrapped dogs.
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Sprinkle with garlic powder and pepper for extra flavor.
4. Bake:
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Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
5. Garnish & Serve:
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Let cool for 5 minutes.
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Top with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.
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Serve with extra chili, sour cream, or hot sauce on the side.
📝 Tips & Variations:
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Spicy option: Add jalapeño slices or use spicy chili.
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Add-ons: Mix in some sautéed onions or bell peppers to the chili for added texture.
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Cheese blend: Try adding mozzarella or pepper jack for variety.
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Make it a meal: Serve with a side salad, corn on the cob, or coleslaw.
Would you like a version using biscuit dough or even a low-carb/keto alternative?