What to make with hot dogs: 21 creative hot dog dishes

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Trying to break away from the boring bun? Learn what to make with hot dogs with this collection of quick and easy hot dog recipes.

What to make with hot dogs

My kids adore hot dogs. And while I love a good Chicago dog, I can only handle the basic dog in bun meal so often.

So we searched the internet to find other things to cook with hot dogs. We wanted recipes that were easy, unique, and fun. And anything that our kids will approve of is another win.

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Meals made with hot dogs

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21 recipes for what to make with hot dogs

Dinners to make with hot dogs

These recipes using hot dogs are perfect for your next weeknight family dinner.

What to make with hot dogs

These scrumptious meals made with hot dogs will have you skipping the buns and trying something new!

Pull apart Lil smokies pigs in a blanket recipe

A fun and unique recipe that's perfect for a funky dinner or a party dish!

Delicious pretzel wrapped hot dogs

Golden pretzels wrapped around hot dogs make a fun and delicious dinner idea.

Chili cheese hot dog casserole with tortillas

A simple hot dog casserole that your whole family will enjoy

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Chili Cheese Dog Baked Sliders

They look messy and oh so scrumptious! These sliders are too good to pass up.

Photo Credit: homemadehooplah.com

Homemade Corn Dogs

These corn dogs put freezer dogs to shame. Grab your new favorite corn dog recipe here!

Photo Credit: www.tastesoflizzyt.com

Chili Cheese Hot Dog Pizza

So much yum. Skip the boring pepperoni and try this twist on the family classic.

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Green Bean and Hot Dog Casserole

Here's a spin on a classic side dish. Add hot dogs to your green bean casserole!

Photo Credit: www.jocooks.com

Twisted Hot Dog Rolls

Not only is this hot dog recipe gorgeous, but it's also tasty too! Perfect for a dinner party or a fun twist on dinner. (pun intended.)

Photo Credit: thegardeningcook.com

Hot Dog and Fresh Vegetable Stir Fry

This summer stirfry is mixing hot dogs with your favorite veggies for a healthy hot dog dinner.

Photo Credit: nerdymamma.com

Eggless Waffle Dog Recipe

I had to do a double-take on this recipe using hot dogs. Two things I love put together on a stick. Give me all of them. Now!

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Saucy Franks with Rice

This sweet and savory dinner idea is perfect for kids to gobble up.

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Spanish Rice and Franks

We LOVE Spanish rice at our house. Pair it with hot dogs and you have a quick family meal.

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Chili Cheese Dog Mac and Cheese

Pair chili cheese dogs with mac and cheese and you have a tasty dinner recipe that the whole family will love.

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Filipino Spaghetti

This is a new go-to recipe in our house. What can go wrong when you add hot dogs to spaghetti?

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Roasted Veggie Hot Dog Hash

I love roasted anything, so why not add hot dogs to your roasted hash?

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Loaf Pan Mac 'n' Cheese

I will admit, I was skeptical about this recipe. But it's so delicious and fun that the kids loved it!!

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Cheesy Baked Hot Dog Taquitos Recipe

Skip the bun and use tortillas instead. These taquitos are perfect for a family meal.

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Hot Docos

This recipe combines some of my favorite foods into a unique hot dog recipe.

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Campfire Corn Dog Dip

Scoop this yummy dip onto a chip and you have a creative dinner idea.

Photo Credit: www.tasteandtellblog.com

Chili Dog Nachos - Taste and Tell

Chili dog nachos are my new favorite kind of nachos. Smothered in cheese I dare you to eat just one chip.

Photo Credit: tastesbetterfromscratch.com

Peruvian Fried Rice

This fried rice recipe is so fresh and delicious, then you add the fun hot dogs. Yes, please!

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