This Chili Dog Tater Tot Casserole is a delicious and easy meal that is sure to become a family favorite. It combines all of your favorite things - hot dogs, tater tots, cheese, and chili into one flavorful dish!
You can't ask for a better meal on busy weeknights!
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Why you'll love this recipe
The first time I made this I used leftover chili and though, man this is a winner! Then I decided to make it even simplier AND more delicious! So now this cheesy chill dog casserole comes together in just a few steps so you don't have to worry about much prep work.
Oh and did I mention it's topped with cheesy goodness and tots! Does it get much better than that? 😋
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
Hot Dog Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
Equipment
- 9x13 casserole dish
- Large mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 10 all beef hot dogs sliced ½ inch thick
- 2 15 ounce cans chili You can use chili with or without beans.
- 2 cups shredded cheese divided
- 28 ounces tater tots
- ½ cup diced onions
- optional topping; thinly sliced green onions.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Spray the casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
- Slice the hotdogs into ½-inch slices. Combine the 2 cans of chili and sliced hot dogs in a large mixing bowl. Spoon into the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the casserole dish with 1 ½ cups shredded cheese and diced onions. Top with tater tots.
- Place uncovered in preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the tots are golden brown and toasty.
- Remove from the oven and top with remaining cheese. Return to the oven and bake for a minute or two longer until the cheese has melted.
- Serve topped with green onions. Serve and enjoy!
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Instructions
This is a photo overview of the instructions. For the written directions, scroll down to the bottom to the recipe card.
FAQ's
I like to use Hormel No Beans chili, or Stagg Chili, but you can use any brand that your family prefers.
Absolutely, assemble the casserole and cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil. Refrigerate it until you are ready to bake it.
Top Tip
To get crispy tater tots on the top of your casserole make sure that you place them in a single layer so they can cook evenly.
More tater tot casserole recipes
If tater tots are your love language, then you're in the right place! After you try this chili dog version, don't miss my Mexican Tater Tot Casserole. It's spicy, cheesy, and topped with golden tots.
Craving something creamy? The Chicken Tater Tot Casserole totally delivers. And for a true classic, my Tater Tot Shepherds Pie never disappoints.
Want even more tot-tastic inspiration? Check out my full Tater Tot Casserole Category loaded with easy, family-friendly dinners that are always a hit!
Serve with
This hearty casserole is the star of the show, but if you're looking to round out the meal, a crisp green salad or some sweet and tangy coleslaw makes a great contrast to all that cheesy, chili goodness. Corn on the cob or cornbread also play real nice on the plate.
And don't skip the garnish-add a generous dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of diced or sliced green onions on top. It adds just the right zip and makes it feel a little extra (without lifting a finger more).
Wrapping it up
If comfort food had a fan club, the Chili Dog Tater Tot Casserole would be president. It's cozy, craveable, and made for those nights when you just need something that hits right!
If you make it, I want the full scoop-what you served it with, who fought over the last bite, and whether anyone licked the dish (no judgment here)! Tag me @bowl_me_over!
Judith Byrd says
extra good love it.
Debra Clark says
Awesome Judith - glad you loved it! I think this recipe is a sleeper, just because it uses hotdogs, but man it's good! Thanks for sharing!!