Chili Cheese Dog Bake Dinner
A hearty and comforting baked dish featuring hot dogs, cheddar cheese, chili sauce, and pizza dough. This easy Chili Cheese Dog Bake Dinner is perfect for casual family meals or weeknight comfort food cravings.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated pizza dough approximately 13.8 oz
- 4 bun-length hot dogs
- 4 cheddar cheese sticks or equivalent slices of cheddar cheese
- 1 can 15 oz hot dog-style chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- Garlic powder to taste (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven:
- Set the oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 9×9-inch baking dish by lightly greasing it, if desired.
Heat the chili:
- Place the chili sauce into a microwave-safe bowl and heat until thoroughly warmed, approximately 1 to 2 minutes. Spread the heated chili evenly along the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Prepare the dough:
- Unroll the refrigerated pizza dough onto a clean, flat surface. Using a knife or pizza cutter, divide the dough into four evenly sized rectangles.
Assemble the hot dogs:
- Place one hot dog and one cheddar cheese stick in the center of each dough rectangle. Fold the short ends slightly inward, then roll the dough around the hot dog and cheese, enclosing them completely.
Arrange in the baking dish:
- Place each rolled hot dog seam-side down on top of the chili layer in the baking dish, ensuring the spacing is even.
Bake the dish:
- Transfer the dish to the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and fully cooked.
Add finishing touches:
- Upon removing the dish from the oven, brush the tops of the baked hot dogs with the melted butter. Optionally, sprinkle with garlic powder and fresh chopped parsley for added flavor and presentation.
Serve:
- Allow the dish to rest briefly before serving. Serve warm as a complete meal or with your choice of side dishes.
Notes
To adapt this recipe for a gluten-free diet, substitute the refrigerated pizza dough with a certified gluten-free pizza dough or crescent roll alternative. Additionally, verify that the hot dogs and chili sauce are labeled gluten-free, as these may contain additives or fillers derived from gluten. Always check product labels to ensure compliance.