Chicken Pesto Calzones Recipe

Name: Chicken Pesto Calzones
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted; 1 3/4 tsp active dry yeast; 1 tbsp olive oil; None None FOR THE FILLING; 5.25 oz shredded chicken; 4 oz mozzarella cheese, grated; 3/4 cup store-bought pesto; 2 tbsp pine nuts; 1 None egg, lightly beaten; None None mixed greens, to serve

Servings: persons

2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted
1 3/4 tsp active dry yeast
1 tbsp olive oil
None None FOR THE FILLING
5.25 oz shredded chicken
4 oz mozzarella cheese, grated
3/4 cup store-bought pesto
2 tbsp pine nuts
1 None egg, lightly beaten
None None mixed greens, to serve

1
Combine flour with 1 tsp sugar, 1 tsp salt and yeast. Combine 1 cup warm water with 1/2 tbsp oil then mix into dry ingredients with a wooden spoon until dough becomes too firm to stir. Work dough into a ball then turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 3-4 mins, until smooth and elastic.
2
Brush a large bowl with remaining oil. Place dough in bowl, turning to grease all over. Cover with plastic wrap and a clean tea towel. Set aside in a warm place for 1 hour, until doubled in size.
3
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F. Lightly grease a pizza or baking tray.
4
Divide dough into 4 equal portions then shape each portion into an 8 inch disc. Combine chicken, cheese, pesto and pine nuts then distribute over pizza bases, leaving a 1/3 inch border. Brush edge with egg then fold dough over filling, pinching edges to seal. Transfer to prepared pan, brush tops with egg and bake for 20-25 mins, until golden brown.
5
Serve with mixed greens.

506

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, sifted, 1 3/4 tsp active dry yeast, 1 tbsp olive oil, None None FOR THE FILLING, and more.

Yes, Chicken Pesto Calzones falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chicken Pesto Calzones

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