Barbecue Chicken Calzone
A perfect fusion of smoky, cheesy goodness wrapped in golden, flaky pizza dough. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe combines tender Heritage Shaved Chicken Breast coated in tangy barbecue sauce with gooey melted mozzarella, all tucked into a personal-sized calzone. Finished with a sprinkle of Parmesan and baked to perfection, these calzones are an irresistible treat served with creamy ranch dressing for dipping. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
- 2 14oz. packages of Heritage Shaved Chicken Breast
- 1 16-oz. package of pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, plus more for brushing
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese, for sprinkling
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing, for serving
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Ready in: 35 minutes
Serves: 4
Directions
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Preheat oven to 475 °F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
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Divide pizza dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle about 1/4-inch in thickness.
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Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Add Heritage Shaved Chicken Breast and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and add barbecue sauce, tossing to coat.
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T op half of each dough circle equally with barbecue chicken mixture and mozzarella cheese, leaving about 1/2-inch of dough around edges. Fold each dough circle in half and crimp edges to seal.
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Transfer calzones to prepared baking sheets about 1-2 inches apart. Cut 2-3 small slits on tops of each calzone to allow for ventilation.
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Brush calzones with additional olive oil and sprinkle with Parmesan. Bake until golden-brown and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Serve warm with ranch dressing.
