Chili Dog Mac & Cheese (From A Box)
This Chili Dog Mac And Cheese recipe is a quick 30 minute casserole that's always a hit, even with the pickiest eaters. This semi homemade meal infuses Velveeta shells and cheese with all the classic flavors of the best chili cheese dog, making it a delicious option for busy nights.
Servings: 6
Calories: 623kcal
Ingredients
- 1 12 oz box Velveeta shells & cheese
- 7-8 hotdogs cooked and sliced into coins
- 1 15 oz can no bean chili
- 1 15.5 oz can chili starter drained & lightly rinsed
- 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- diced white onion for garnish
- pickled jalapenos for garnish
Instructions
- Cook and prepare the pasta according to package directions.1 12 oz box Velveeta shells & cheese
- Once drained and the cheese sauce has been stirred in add the hot dogs, chili, starter, and 3/4 cup of the cheddar cheese. Stir everything together until evenly combined.7-8 hotdogs, 1 15 oz can no bean chili, 1 15.5 oz can chili starter, 1 1/4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- Lightly spray a 2 quart baking dish with non stick cooking spray, then transfer the mac and cheese mixture to the dish. Spread out in an even layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly out overtop.
- Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes, just until hot & bubbly and the cheese on top has melted.
- Serve warm, with optional garnishes, & enjoy!diced white onion, pickled jalapenos
Notes
- Not all chili starters are the same, and this recipe was made using the brand Bush's. It can be found in the grocery store near the canned beans and baked beans.
- Make sure you're using a variety of boxed mac and cheese that comes with cheese sauce and not powdered cheese.
- Use whatever hot dogs your family loves, cooked according to your preferred method. This is a great way to use up leftover grilled or boiled hot dogs too.
Nutrition
Calories: 623kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 28g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 1698mg | Potassium: 685mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 236IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 343mg | Iron: 5mg