Hot Dog Casserole

Transform your comfort food game with this cheesy, family-friendly Hot Dog Casserole! This hearty dish combines the nostalgic flavors of sliced hot dogs, golden-brown tater tots, and rich, creamy mushroom sauce for a meal that’s as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. A savory blend of ketchup, mustard, garlic powder, and melted cheddar cheese enhances every bite, making it a crowd-pleaser at any dinner table. Perfect for busy weeknights, this casserole takes just 15 minutes of prep before it bakes to bubbly, golden perfection. Garnish with a sprinkle of parsley for a burst of color, and serve warm for a quick, satisfying meal that’s sure to become a household favorite! Keywords: hot dog casserole, tater tot casserole, cheesy casserole recipe, quick dinner idea, family-friendly meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 6 pieces Hot dogs
• 16 ounces Frozen tater tots
• 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 can Cream of mushroom soup
• 0.5 cups Milk
• 0.25 cups Ketchup
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or a small amount of butter.

Step 2

Slice the hot dogs into 1/4-inch thick rounds and set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, milk, ketchup, yellow mustard, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Whisk until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Add the sliced hot dogs and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture. Stir until the hot dogs are evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread half of the tater tots evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Pour the hot dog and sauce mixture over the layer of tater tots, spreading it evenly.

Step 7

Top with the remaining tater tots, arranging them in a single layer.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top layer of tater tots.

Step 9

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tater tots are golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 11

Optionally, garnish with dried parsley for a pop of color before serving.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your Hot Dog Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1457.2 grams (1457.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2786

Total Fat 190.40g	244%
Saturated Fat 82.80g	414%
Polyunsaturated Fat 19.60g
Cholesterol 426mg	142%
Sodium 8960mg	390%
Total Carbohydrate 174.60g	63%
Dietary Fiber 12.50g	45%
Total Sugars 29.10g
Protein 101.60g	203%

Vitamin D 139IU	696%
Calcium 2133mg	164%
Iron 7mg	39%
Potassium 1769mg	38%

*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: 60.8%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 24.8%