Description

This Chili Cheese Crescent Hot Dog Bake is comfort food at its finest—savory chili, melty cheese, and golden crescent-wrapped hot dogs come together in a fun, easy-to-make casserole that’s perfect for busy weeknights or laid-back game days. It’s a no-fuss, one-dish wonder that will please kids and adults alike. Serve it up hot and watch it disappear fast!

Ingredients

Scale

8 hot dogs
1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
2 cups canned chili (with or without beans)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
1–2 tablespoons yellow mustard or ketchup (optional, inside the wraps)

Green onions or chopped parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Spread Chili: Pour chili into the dish and spread into an even layer.
Wrap the Hot Dogs: Unroll the crescent dough and separate into triangles. Optional: spread mustard or ketchup on each triangle. Wrap one triangle around each hot dog.
Assemble: Place the wrapped hot dogs in a single layer on top of the chili.
Add Cheese: Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese over the top.
Bake: Bake uncovered for 20–25 minutes, until the crescent dough is golden and cooked through.
Garnish & Serve: Let cool slightly, then top with green onions or parsley if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Use thick chili to avoid soggy bottoms.

For extra crunch, pre-bake the wrapped dogs on a baking sheet before placing over the chili.

Line the baking dish with foil for easier cleanup.

Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving to set.

Easily customizable with spicy cheese, extra toppings, or plant-based alternatives.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Course, Casserole
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food

Keywords: chili dog bake, crescent roll hot dogs, cheesy hot dog casserole, easy game day food, family dinner recipe