Frito Chili Dog Casserole
Get ready to indulge in ultimate comfort food with this Frito Chili Dog Casserole, a mouthwatering twist on a game-day favorite! This all-in-one dish layers crispy Frito corn chips, savory hot dog slices, hearty canned chili, and gooey melted cheddar cheese to create the perfect balance of crunch and creamy goodness in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, this budget-friendly casserole is perfect for busy weeknights or potluck gatherings. Topped with fresh green onions and served with a dollop of sour cream, ketchup, or mustard, this crowd-pleaser is packed with nostalgic flavors and family-friendly appeal. Whether you're feeding a hungry crowd or craving a satisfying meal, this Frito Chili Dog Casserole is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 units hot dogs
- 4 cups Frito corn chips
- 2 cans (15 oz each) canned chili (with or without beans)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 unit yellow onion, diced
- 2 units green onions, sliced (for garnish)
- 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for serving)
- ketchup (optional, for serving)
- mustard (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
Slice the hot dogs into 1/2-inch pieces and set them aside.
Spread 2 cups of Frito corn chips evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced hot dogs, diced yellow onion, and the canned chili. Stir until well combined.
Pour the chili mixture over the layer of Fritos in the baking dish and spread it out evenly.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chili mixture.
Add the remaining 2 cups of Frito corn chips on top of the cheese layer, spreading them evenly.
Sprinkle the final cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the Frito layer.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool slightly for 5 minutes.
Garnish with sliced green onions, and serve with sour cream, ketchup, and mustard as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5361 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 359.3 g | 461% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.3 g | 622% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 566 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 10552 mg | 459% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 342.8 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.0 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.6 g | ||
| Protein | 169.6 g | 339% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2420 mg | 186% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2804 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
