Chicken Alfredo Calzone
A delicious and easy-to-make twist on the classic Italian dish, Chicken Alfredo Calzone offers creamy filling tucked inside crispy pizza dough for the perfect hand-held meal.
Ingredients
Dough and Filling
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- to taste Salt and pepper
Pizza Dough
- 1 batch Pizza Dough store-bought or homemade
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, Parmesan, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- On a floured surface, roll out your pizza dough to about ¼ inch thick. Use a round cutter or a large plate to cut circles, about 8 inches in diameter.
Assembly
- Spoon a generous amount of the chicken mixture onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a little space around the edges to seal.
- Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a semi-circular shape. Use a fork to crimp the edges tightly, ensuring no filling escapes.
Baking
- Place the calzones on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush the tops lightly with olive oil to help them achieve a beautiful golden color.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once done, let them cool for a few minutes before serving, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality pizza dough. You can prepare the filling a day ahead and store it in the fridge. Customize the calzone by adding your favorite veggies or substituting different cheeses.