9 Easy Leftover Hot Dog Recipes
on Oct 12, 2022
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Hot dogs are an instant meal that even your pickiest eaters will devour without complaint. Stuck with leftovers? Don’t toss them! There are loads of ways to use leftover hotdogs to make a whole new meal the entire family will love. Here are some of our favorite ones.
Crescent Roll Hot Dogs
With the help of buttery Crescent Rolls, you can use leftover hot dogs to whip up pigs in a blanket in no time.
Best Chicago Style Hot Dog Recipe
If you’ve never tasted an authentic Chicago-style hot dog, then what on earth are you waiting for? Made with all-beef dogs and served on a poppy seed bun, these classic hot dogs are a must-try.
Hot Dog Fried Rice
Leftover rice and leftover hotdogs come together to make a dish that doesn’t taste like leftovers at all! Serve some steamed veggies on the side and voilà!
Hot Dog Taquitos
Crispy taquitos are a fun and tasty recipe that kids absolutely love. With leftover tacos on hand, this recipe is quick and easy to whip up.
Hot Dog Toad In The Hole
Served with onions and gravy, this British comfort dish is made with canned hot dogs, but leftover hot dogs will do, too.
Cheesy Hot Dog Tater Tot Casserole
Hot dogs and tater tots were just meant to be together! Made with sliced hot dogs, chili, tasty taters, and cheddar cheese, this scrumptious meal is kid-friendly!
Hot Dog Spaghetti
Halloween dinner isn’t complete without spaghetti spiders! Thread the noodles through the hot dogs for a tasty and scary dish your kids will love this Halloween.
Chili Cheese Dog Pizza
Made with homemade dough, covered in rich chili and shredded cheese, and topped with hot dog bits, this casserole is easy to prep and great for serving a crowd.
Hot Dog Hash With Roasted Veggies And Potatoes
This dinner is not only delicious but simple, too. You only need one pan to make it! No messy kitchen to clean afterward. Spread potatoes, onions, carrots, peppers, and hot dogs onto a baking sheet and season with smoked paprika and other seasonings. The whole family will beg for seconds.
Best Collection of Leftover Hot Dog Recipes
Ingredients
- 8 pre-cooked hot dogs
- 8 crescent rolls
- 4 tablespoons shredded American cheese, optional
For the garlic butter – optional
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spritz a baking sheet with a little cooking spray.
- For the optional garlic butter, melt the butter and stir in the garlic. Set aside.
- Separate the crescent dough into triangles. Cut the cheese slices in half and then place each half onto the wide end of each dough triangle.
- Place a hot dog onto the wide end of each crescent dough triangle and roll up towards the small end.
- Repeat with the remaining crescent dough triangles and hot dogs, and then lay them all on the prepared baking sheet.
- Brush the crescent roll hot dogs with the garlic butter and bake for 15 minutes or until golden.
- Serve warm, and enjoy!
Nutrition information provided is an estimate only and will vary based on ingredient brands and cooking methods used.
