This golden-baked calzone is packed with spicy Buffalo chicken, gooey mozzarella, and wrapped in pillowy pizza dough. Perfect for game day, family dinners, or whenever you’re craving comfort food with a kick.
Ingredients
- 1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts, halved
- 2 tbsp butter
- ¼ cup Buffalo wing sauce
- 1 refrigerated pizza dough
- 2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil, divided
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Preparation and Cooking Time
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Servings: 4
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 410°F.
- Place chicken in a saucepan of water and simmer for 15 minutes or until fully cooked. Drain, cool slightly, and shred with two forks.
- In a skillet, melt butter, add shredded chicken, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in Buffalo wing sauce and cook another 2 minutes until well coated.
- On a floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Brush with 1 tbsp oil.
- Spread 1 cup mozzarella on one half of the dough. Add Buffalo chicken on top, then the remaining cheese.
- Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press edges to seal tightly.
- Brush the top with the remaining oil and cut small slits on top to vent steam.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Slice and serve warm.
Tips
- Use a pizza stone for an extra-crispy crust.
- Let the calzone rest for 5 minutes before slicing so the filling sets.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dip on the side for balance.
FAQs
Q: Can I make this calzone ahead of time?
A: Yes, assemble it, cover tightly, and refrigerate up to 8 hours before baking.
Q: How do I reheat leftovers?
A: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10 minutes to keep the crust crisp.
Q: Can I use homemade dough?
A: Absolutely. Homemade pizza dough works great if you prefer from-scratch.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with a crisp green salad to balance the spice.
- Pair with fries or roasted potatoes for a hearty meal.
- Great as a party snack when cut into smaller portions.
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Calzone
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
20
minutesCooking time
20
minutesIngredients
1 lb skinless, boneless chicken breasts, halved
2 tbsp butter
¼ cup Buffalo wing sauce
1 refrigerated pizza dough
2 tbsp vegetable or olive oil, divided
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
Directions
- Preheat oven to 410°F.
- Place chicken in a saucepan of water and simmer for 15 minutes or until fully cooked. Drain, cool slightly, and shred with two forks.
- In a skillet, melt butter, add shredded chicken, and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in Buffalo wing sauce and cook another 2 minutes until well coated.
- On a floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Brush with 1 tbsp oil.
- Spread 1 cup mozzarella on one half of the dough. Add Buffalo chicken on top, then the remaining cheese.
- Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press edges to seal tightly.
- Brush the top with the remaining oil and cut small slits on top to vent steam.
- Bake uncovered for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Slice and serve warm.
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