Crispy Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Calzones Recipe
This Crispy Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Calzones recipe combines tender shredded chicken and rich Alfredo sauce with a blend of mozzarella, ricotta, and Parmesan cheeses inside a golden, crispy pizza dough. Perfect for an easy dinner or snack, these calzones are baked to perfection and served with extra Alfredo sauce for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Cook Time: 25 Minutes
- Total Time: 40 Minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Filling
- 1 pound shredded cooked chicken breast
- 1/2 cup Alfredo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Dough and Finishing
- 2 store-bought pizza dough rounds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for brushing
- Extra Alfredo sauce for dipping
Instructions
- Prepare the filling: In a medium bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken breast with Alfredo sauce. Add shredded mozzarella cheese, ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly distributed.
- Assemble the calzones: Lay two store-bought pizza dough rounds on a lightly floured surface. Gently stretch or roll each dough round into an 8-10 inch circle. Divide the filling equally between the two dough rounds, spooning it onto one half of each, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Fold and seal: Fold the unfilled half of each dough round over the filling to create a semi-circle. Gently press down on the edges to seal. Crimp the edges with the tines of a fork for a secure seal and decorative touch.
- Bake to golden perfection: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and carefully transfer the assembled calzones. Brush the tops of the calzones with olive oil.
- Baking and serving: Bake for 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and puffed up. Let the calzones rest for a few minutes before serving hot with extra Alfredo sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked chicken breast, shredded, to save time and ensure tender chicken filling.
- If you prefer a spicier filling, add crushed red pepper flakes to the cheese mixture.
- Make sure to seal the edges well to prevent the filling from leaking during baking.
- Brush the calzones with olive oil to achieve a crispy and golden crust.
- Serve immediately after resting to enjoy the cheese melted inside.
