Here’s a delicious recipe for Oven Baked Hot Dogs that’s perfect for gatherings or a quick family meal.
Oven Baked Hot Dogs
Ingredients:
- 8 hot dog buns
- 8 hot dogs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced onions (optional)
- 1 cup chili (canned or homemade)
- ¼ cup mustard (optional)
- ¼ cup ketchup (optional)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Pickle relish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Prepare the buns: Lightly butter the inside of the hot dog buns with the melted butter, then sprinkle with garlic powder and onion powder.
- Assemble the hot dogs: Place the hot dogs inside the buns. Arrange them snugly in a baking dish.
- Add the toppings: Spoon chili evenly over each hot dog. If you like onions, sprinkle them on top. Next, add mustard and ketchup if desired. Finally, sprinkle a generous amount of shredded cheddar cheese over each hot dog.
- Bake: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the buns are slightly toasted.
- Serve: Remove the hot dogs from the oven. Let them cool for a couple of minutes before serving. Add pickle relish on top for extra flavor if you like.
Recipe Notes:
- Customization: Feel free to swap out toppings. You can add bacon bits, jalapeños, or even a drizzle of BBQ sauce for a different flavor.
- Crispy buns: For a crunchier result, you can broil the hot dogs for the last 2-3 minutes, but be careful not to burn the cheese.
- Chili options: If you don’t want to use chili, baked beans or sauerkraut work well as alternatives.
Time and Temperature:
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cook time: 15-20 minutes
- Oven temperature: 375°F (190°C)
This Oven Baked Hot Dogs recipe is a tasty, easy way to enjoy hot dogs with minimal effort and maximum flavor