Cheesy Chili Dog Wraps
These Cheesy Chili Dog Wraps are a mouthwatering twist on the classic 'pigs in a blanket.' Bursting with flavors from seasoned turkey and gooey cheddar cheese, each wrap encases a juicy hot dog and a rich chili filling, all snugly embraced by soft and golden pizza dough. Perfect for summer barbecues, game days, or a fun family dinner, these wraps are easy to make and will impress guests of all ages. Serve with your favorite condiments for a truly delightful experience!
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Servings
210
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
Ground turkey
3/4 lb (raw)
Chili powder
1 tablespoon (dry)
Onion powder
2 teaspoons (dry)
Garlic powder
1 teaspoon (dry)
Salt
to taste (table salt)
Pepper
to taste (freshly ground black pepper)
Tomato paste
2 tablespoons (canned)
Pizza dough
14 ounces (refrigerated)
Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups (shredded)
Hot dogs
8 (pre-cooked)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
In a large non-stick skillet set over medium-high heat, add the ground turkey.
3
Sprinkle in the chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder. Cook for about 6 to 7 minutes, stirring frequently and breaking the turkey into small bits until it’s fully browned.
4
Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
5
Add the tomato paste to the skillet, followed by 1/4 cup of water. Stir to combine and help loosen the paste.
6
Reduce the heat and let the mixture simmer until it thickens, about 5 minutes, then remove from heat.
7
On a clean work surface, roll out the refrigerated pizza dough into a large rectangle.
8
Cut the dough lengthwise into two halves, and then crosswise into 4 equal pieces per half, yielding 8 pieces in total.
9
In the center of each dough rectangle, spoon in some of the chili mixture and sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
10
Place a hot dog on top of the filling and carefully wrap the dough around it, ensuring the chili and cheese are sealed inside while allowing the ends of the hot dog to peek out.
11
Arrange the wrapped hot dogs on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
12
Bake in the preheated oven for about 18 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
13
Let cool for a few minutes before serving with your favorite toppings and condiments.
Nutrition Information
11.25g
Fat
15.75g
Carbs
13.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Cheesy Chili Dog Wraps?
They are a twist on the classic 'pigs in a blanket' featuring seasoned turkey chili, cheddar cheese, and hot dogs wrapped in pizza dough.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
What meat is used for the chili filling?
This recipe uses 3/4 lb of ground turkey for the chili mixture.
How long should the turkey be cooked?
The ground turkey should be cooked for about 6 to 7 minutes until fully browned.
Which spices are needed for the turkey chili?
You will need chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
What is used to create the sauce base for the chili?
Tomato paste and 1/4 cup of water are added to the seasoned turkey to create the chili.
How long should the chili mixture simmer?
The mixture should simmer for about 5 minutes until it thickens.
What kind of dough is used for the wraps?
A 14-ounce package of refrigerated pizza dough is used.
How should the pizza dough be cut?
Roll it into a rectangle, cut it lengthwise into two halves, then crosswise into 4 equal pieces per half for a total of 8 pieces.
How many hot dogs are needed for this recipe?
The recipe requires 8 hot dogs.
What type of cheese is used?
The recipe calls for 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese.
How long do the wraps need to bake?
Bake them for about 18 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.
How many calories are in one wrap?
Each wrap contains approximately 210 calories.
What is the protein content per wrap?
There are 13.25g of protein in each serving.
How much fat is in one Cheesy Chili Dog Wrap?
Each wrap contains 11.25g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 15.75g of carbohydrates per serving.
What preparation is needed for the baking sheet?
The baking sheet should be lined with parchment paper.
Should the hot dogs be fully covered by the dough?
No, the dough should be wrapped to seal the chili and cheese while allowing the ends of the hot dog to peek out.
Are these wraps suitable for game days?
Yes, they are described as perfect for game days, summer barbecues, or family dinners.
How much chili powder is used?
The recipe uses 1 tablespoon of chili powder.
How much onion powder is required?
You will need 2 teaspoons of onion powder.
How much garlic powder is used?
The recipe requires 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 10 main ingredients in total.
Should the turkey be cooked on high heat?
No, use a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
What should I do after removing the wraps from the oven?
Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
What can I serve with these wraps?
They can be served with your favorite toppings and condiments.
Is the ground turkey cooked before adding it to the dough?
Yes, the turkey is browned and simmered with spices and tomato paste before being added to the dough.
How much tomato paste is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of canned tomato paste.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
How many wraps does this recipe make?
The recipe makes 8 individual cheesy chili dog wraps.