Delicious Chili Dog Casserole

This mouthwatering chili dog casserole is a crowd-pleasing dish that combines the flavors of classic chili dogs with the ease of a casserole. It's the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Layers of sliced hot dogs, hearty chili, melted cheese, and cornbread come together for a hearty and delicious meal that will satisfy any appetite. Serve it with your favorite toppings like diced onions, sour cream, and ketchup for added flavor. This recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in under an hour.

Ingredients

• 8 hot dog buns
• 8 hot dogs
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (14 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 box (8 ounces) cornbread mix
• 1/3 cup milk
• 1 egg
• Optional toppings: diced onions, sour cream, ketchup

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
3. Slice the hot dog buns into bite-sized pieces and spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
4. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, and sauté until they are soft and translucent.
5. Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until it is browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
6. Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes.
7. Pour the chili mixture over the hot dog buns in the baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
8. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the chili.
9. In a separate bowl, prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions, using the milk and egg.
10. Pour the cornbread batter over the cheese layer, spreading it out evenly.
11. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the cornbread is golden brown and cooked through.
12. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
13. Serve the chili dog casserole with optional toppings like diced onions, sour cream, and ketchup.

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