Coney Island Chili Dog Casserole

Transform your favorite ballpark treat into a crowd-pleasing dinner with this irresistible Coney Island Chili Dog Casserole! Perfectly blending the flavors of classic chili dogs with the ease of a baked casserole, this recipe layers grilled hot dogs and fluffy buns under a hearty homemade chili, generously seasoned with smoky paprika, zesty cumin, and a dash of Worcestershire sauce. Topped with a melty layer of shredded cheddar cheese and optional green onions for garnish, this dish is baked until bubbly to create a savory, shareable comfort food that’s ideal for game days, weeknight dinners, or backyard gatherings. Ready in under an hour and serving up to eight, this casserole reimagines a nostalgic favorite in a way that’s both fun and family-friendly.

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 whole hot dogs
• 8 whole hot dog buns
• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup sliced green onions (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon spray oil or butter, for greasing

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with spray oil or butter.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and diced onion. Cook while breaking up the meat with a spatula until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the ketchup, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to thicken.

Step 5

While the chili mixture is simmering, slice the hot dog buns in half and arrange the bottoms in the prepared casserole dish to form an even base layer.

Step 6

Place a hot dog on top of each bun half, laying them side by side to fill the dish.

Step 7

Pour the chili mixture evenly over the top of the hot dogs and buns, spreading with a spatula to ensure an even coating.

Step 8

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the chili layer.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.

Step 11

Slice into portions and serve immediately. Enjoy your Coney Island Chili Dog Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1947.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4531.6

Total Fat 254.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 112.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 757.9mg	0%
Sodium 10194.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 353.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 40.6g	0%
Total Sugars 89.0g
Protein 216.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2539.8mg	0%
Iron 33.8mg	0%
Potassium 2433.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.1%

Protein: 19.0%

Carbs: 30.9%