Cheesy Buffalo Chicken Strombolis
Delicious rolled sandwiches combining buffalo chicken, gooey cheese, and crispy dough - perfect for game days or cozy family meals.
Ingredients
Dough and Filling
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce homemade sauce in notes
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
- 1 count jalapeño, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing homemade sauce in notes
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese optional
- 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan or asiago cheese
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 count egg, beaten
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken, buffalo sauce, cilantro, chives, and jalapeño.
- Divide the pizza dough into 4 balls. On a floured surface, roll each ball into about an 8-inch circle/oval.
- Spread ranch dressing on each piece of dough, then add buffalo chicken on top in an even layer.
- Top with equal amounts of mozzarella and cheddar. Drizzle with additional buffalo sauce, if desired.
- Tuck in two sides of the dough, then roll up into a log and pinch to seal. Place seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Baking
- In a bowl, combine the parmesan, sesame seeds, and Italian seasoning. Brush the tops of the stromboli with the beaten egg, then sprinkle with the parmesan.
- Cut 2 small slits in the top of the dough.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce the heat to 375°F (190°C) and bake for another 20 to 30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
Serving
- Serve with additional buffalo sauce and/or ranch.
Notes
Experiment with different types of cheese to customize flavor. For milder version, reduce buffalo sauce. Make-ahead options work well with this recipe; prepare the filling a day in advance.