Ingredients for Bbq Chicken Calzones
- Cooked Chicken Breasts
- 1/2 medium yellow onion, chopped
- Barbecue Sauce
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
- Fresh Cilantro
- Mozzarella Cheese
- Pizza Dough
How to Make Bbq Chicken Calzones
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Cook bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until crispy. Remove, drain on paper towels, and crumble.
- Add chopped onion to the bacon grease in the skillet and cook over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in shredded chicken and 1/3 cup BBQ sauce. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring to combine. Remove from heat and stir in the crumbled bacon.
- Lightly grease a baking sheet.
- Roll out pizza dough to 1/8 inch thickness. Cut in half.
- Spread half of the chicken mixture onto each dough half, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
- Drizzle the remaining 1/6 cup BBQ sauce over the filling.
- Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese and cilantro.
- Fold the uncovered dough over the filling, pressing the edges firmly to seal. Crimp edges with a fork.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let cool for a few minutes before cutting each calzone in half.
- Serve immediately with extra BBQ sauce, if desired.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
27 g
Sugar
46g
Fat
35g
Carbs
5g
