Description
Loaded Bacon Ranch Chicken Cheddar Calzone is an irresistible dish that combines savory flavors and comforting textures, making it perfect for busy families. It’s a versatile dish, easily customized to accommodate different tastes and dietary preferences.
Ingredients
- 2 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat your oven to 425°F.
2. 2. On a floured surface, roll out your pizza dough to about 1/4 inch thick.
3. 3. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, ranch dressing, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until everything is well mixed.
4. 4. Spoon a generous portion of your filling onto one half of the rolled-out dough, leaving space around the edges for sealing.
5. 5. Carefully fold the other half of the dough over the filling. Press down on the edges to seal securely and use a fork to crimp the edges.
6. 6. Brush the tops of the calzones with the beaten egg. Bake in your preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. 7. Once baked, sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm alongside extra ranch dressing for dipping.
Notes
Feel free to explore using rotisserie chicken for convenience, reducing fat with low-fat cheese, or experimenting with different brands of ranch dressing for varied taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 calzone
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg