Description
These Homemade Buffalo Chicken Pizza Pockets are a delicious and spicy twist on classic pizza, featuring tender buffalo-sauced chicken, gooey cheeses, and a buttery, flaky crust. Perfect for game day or a satisfying main course, they’re easy to make with store-bought or homemade pizza dough and bake quickly to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1/3 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
For Brushing
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Garnish (optional)
- Chopped green onions or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Buffalo Chicken Mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded chicken with buffalo wing sauce, stirring well to coat all the chicken evenly with the spicy sauce.
- Roll Out Dough: On a floured surface, divide the pizza dough into 6 equal portions. Roll each portion into a circle or oval roughly 5 inches across to create the pockets.
- Add Dressing and Filling: Spread about 1 teaspoon of ranch or blue cheese dressing onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a small edge border. Spoon a generous amount of the buffalo chicken mixture over the dressing, then top with mozzarella and cheddar cheeses.
- Seal the Pockets: Fold the dough over the filling to enclose it fully. Press the edges together firmly and crimp with a fork to ensure a tight seal and prevent leakage during baking.
- Prepare for Baking: Place the sealed pockets on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each pocket with the beaten egg for a glossy finish. Mix melted butter with garlic powder and brush over the top to add extra flavor and richness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the pockets are golden brown and the cheese inside is bubbly and melted.
- Cool and Garnish: Allow the pizza pockets to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired for a fresh touch.
Notes
- You can use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience, reducing prep time.
- Swap ranch dressing for blue cheese if you prefer a stronger, bolder flavor.
- These pizza pockets reheat well in an air fryer or oven, maintaining their crispiness for a tasty next-day snack.
