Description
Delight in the flavors of the Chicken Bacon Ranch Calzone, an irresistible twist on a classic Italian-American favorite. This flavor-packed handheld meal combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and creamy ranch dressing all wrapped in a perfectly baked, golden-brown crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 batch pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 4 slices turkey bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken, crumbled turkey bacon, mozzarella cheese, ranch dressing, and garlic powder. Mix until evenly distributed.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a circle about 1/4-inch thick.
- Spoon the filling onto one half of the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Fold the other half over the filling and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
- Whisk the egg in a small bowl and brush it over the top of the calzone for a golden finish.
- Transfer the calzone to a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the filling. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days and reheated in the oven for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg