Description
These Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Strombolis combine tender shredded chicken with spicy buffalo sauce, creamy ranch dressing, and a blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, all wrapped in a golden, crispy pizza dough. Perfect for a flavorful appetizer, game day snack, or satisfying meal, they are baked until bubbly, golden, and irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded (rotisserie chicken works great)
- 1/4 cup buffalo sauce (adjust to your preferred spice level)
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing (or blue cheese dressing)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Dough and Toppings
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- Extra buffalo sauce (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking and facilitate even baking.
- Mix Filling: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, mozzarella cheese, and cheddar cheese. Stir well to ensure the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce and cheese is distributed throughout.
- Roll Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the pizza dough into a rectangle approximately 1/4-inch thick using a rolling pin or your hands for an even, smooth layer.
- Assemble Strombolis: Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly down the center of the dough, leaving about 1 inch of space on each side. Fold the dough edges over the filling and pinch the seams tightly to seal, making sure the ends are securely closed to keep the filling inside during baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the strombolis seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with olive oil for a golden finish and sprinkle garlic powder and dried oregano evenly over the top for added flavor.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the strombolis are golden brown on the outside and the cheese inside has melted and is bubbly. The dough should feel firm and golden when gently pressed.
- Serve: After baking, allow the strombolis to cool slightly for easier slicing. Slice into 1-inch pieces, drizzle with extra buffalo sauce if desired, and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve with extra ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust buffalo sauce quantity to modify spice level according to your preference.
- For a crispier crust, you can bake the stromboli on a preheated pizza stone if available.
- If you prefer blue cheese dressing, it makes a tangier alternative to ranch for both the filling and dipping.
- These strombolis can be made ahead and frozen before baking; bake directly from frozen adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
- Ensure the dough seams are tightly sealed to prevent leaking of filling during baking.
