Description
Fuss-free slow cooker hot dogs perfect for crowd gatherings with customizable toppings.
Ingredients
- 12 pre-cooked hot dogs (beef, pork, turkey, or plant-based)
- 1 to 2 cups water, low-sodium chicken broth, or beer
- 1 medium yellow onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tablespoons butter (optional)
- 12 hot dog buns
- Condiments: ketchup, mustard, relish, chopped onions, sauerkraut, cheese, chili, etc.
Instructions
- Place the hot dogs in the slow cooker in a single layer or slightly overlapping.
- Add sliced onion if using. Dot the butter over the top.
- Pour in enough water, broth, or beer to mostly cover the hot dogs (about 1–2 cups depending on cooker size).
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 3–4 hours or high for 1.5–2 hours.
- Check at the shorter time to prevent overcooking.
- When heated, remove with tongs and toast buns briefly.
- Serve hot dogs in buns with condiments and toppings.
Notes
For fewer servings, halve quantities. For more guests, scale up and use a large slow cooker. Substitute veggie or tofu dogs if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 240 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American