Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 8 hot dog buns
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil (or spray)
  • 8 bun length hot dogs
  • 2 cups Chili (Click for our fave recipe!)
  • 2 1/2 cups shredded Mexican Blend Cheese (divided)
  • 1/2 cup yellow onion (chopped (optional))
  • 1/2 cup freshly chopped cilantro (optional)
  • ketchup and mustard to taste

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 375
  • Place olive oil in a large non-stick skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  • Place hot dog buns, inside side down, on skillet just long enough to toast the buns.
  • Place hot dog buns on a baking sheet with high sides or casserole dish. Sprinkle onions, cilantro, and desired amount of ketchup and mustard into each bun. Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheese.
  • Place a hot dog into each bun.
  • Top the hot dogs and buns generously with chili and then top with the remaining 2 cups cheese.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  • To make them even toastier, you can remove foil and broil for another 3-4 minutes, being careful not to burn the buns.
  • Allow to cool at least 5 minutes before serving.
  • Enjoy!