Chili Cheese Dog Bake

Ingredients

1 can, 14 to 15 oz chili, heated

1 pizza crust, can Pillsbury™ refrigerated classic

4 Cheddar cheese sticks

4 hot dogs, all-beef

1 tablespoon butter

1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon parsley flakes

Instructions:

Heat oven to 375°F. Spray 9-inch square or 11×7-inch (2-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. Pour hot chili into dish; spread evenly.

Unroll dough; cut into 4 strips. Cut 1 cheese stick in half lengthwise; place 1 half on each side of 1 hot dog. Wrap pizza dough strip around cheese and hot dog, overlapping slightly in center. Repeat with remaining dough strips, cheese sticks and hot dogs. Place wrapped hot dogs on top of hot chili. (Chili must be hot.)

Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until dough is light golden brown.

Meanwhile, in small microwavable cup, microwave butter on High until melted. Stir in garlic powder and parsley.

Remove baking dish from oven. Brush on top of each cheese dog with butter mixture. Serve immediately.

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use a different type of chili?

Yes, you can use your preferred type of chili, whether it’s vegetarian, turkey, or a different flavor. Just ensure that it’s heated and ready to spread in the baking dish.

Can I substitute the all-beef hot dogs?

Certainly! You can use other types of hot dogs, such as turkey, chicken, or plant-based options, depending on your dietary preferences.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

While the recipe is best served immediately after baking, you can prepare the wrapped hot dogs in advance and store them in the refrigerator.

Assemble and bake them when you’re ready to serve for the best taste and texture.

What can I serve with this Chili Cheese Dog Bake?

This dish is quite hearty on its own, but you can consider serving it with a side salad, coleslaw, or some fresh vegetable sticks for added balance and variety.

Can I customize the seasoning in the butter mixture?

Absolutely! Feel free to adjust the garlic powder and parsley flakes to your taste.

You can also experiment with other seasonings or herbs you enjoy to create your own flavor profile.

Can I use homemade chili instead of canned chili?

Yes, you can use homemade chili if you prefer.

Just ensure that it’s heated and has a similar consistency to the canned chili for even distribution in the dish.

Can I use a different type of cheese for the cheese sticks?

Of course! While the recipe calls for Cheddar cheese sticks, you can experiment with other types of cheese sticks such as mozzarella, pepper jack, or your favorite cheese.

What can I do if I don’t have Pillsbury™ refrigerated pizza crust?

If you don’t have the specified pizza crust, you can use other types of pre-made pizza dough or even crescent roll dough as a substitute.

Can I make this recipe with vegetarian or plant-based hot dogs?

Absolutely! You can swap out the all-beef hot dogs with vegetarian or plant-based alternatives if you’re looking for a meat-free version.

Can I add extra toppings to the wrapped hot dogs?

Certainly! Feel free to get creative with your toppings.

You can add ingredients like sautéed onions, sliced jalapeños, or even a sprinkle of shredded cheese before wrapping the hot dogs.