Buffalo Chicken Calzone with Blue Cheese Dip Recipe

Name: Buffalo Chicken Calzone with Blue Cheese Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 2 reserved chicken breast halves, diced, about 2 cups; 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded; 2/3 cup reserved tomato sauce; 1 teaspoon liquid smoke; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1 pound fresh or frozen pizza or bread dough, thawed according to package directions; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan; 1 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
2 reserved chicken breast halves, diced, about 2 cups
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
2/3 cup reserved tomato sauce
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1 pound fresh or frozen pizza or bread dough, thawed according to package directions
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
1 cup sour cream
1/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.
2
Coat a large baking sheet with cooking spray.
3
In a large bowl, combine chicken, cheese, tomato sauce, liquid smoke, and hot sauce.
4
Mix well and set aside.
5
Roll dough out, using a rolling pin, to a 12-inch circle.
6
Spread chicken mixture over half of circle, to within 1-inch of the edge.
7
Fold over untopped side so that it meets the other side, forming a half moon.
8
Pinch the edges together to seal.
9
Transfer calzone to prepared baking sheet and brush the top with olive oil.
10
Sprinkle the top with Parmesan.
11
Using a sharp knife, make a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape during cooking.
12
Bake 15 minutes, until puffed up and golden brown.
13
Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
14
While the calzone is baking, in a small bowl, combine sour cream, blue cheese and chives.
15
Serve calzone sliced with sour cream dip on the side.

388

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 2 reserved chicken breast halves, diced, about 2 cups, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded, 2/3 cup reserved tomato sauce, and more.

Yes, Buffalo Chicken Calzone with Blue Cheese Dip falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Buffalo Chicken Calzone with Blue Cheese Dip

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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