BBQ Chicken and Bacon Calzones
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of BBQ Chicken and Bacon Calzones! This easy-to-follow recipe combines shredded cooked chicken with crispy bacon and tangy barbecue sauce, all wrapped in a golden, flaky crust. Perfect for a cozy lunch, game day snacks, or a fun family dinner, these calzones are not only delicious but also simple to prepare. Paired with melted mozzarella cheese and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, each bite bursts with flavor. Bake a batch to share or enjoy all on your own - these calzones are sure to become a favorite!
4
Servings
800
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
Shredded cooked chicken breasts
3 cups (Cooked and shredded)
Chopped onion
1/2 small (Chopped)
Barbecue sauce
2/3 cup (divided (1/3 cup mixed with chicken, 1/3 for drizzling))
Bacon
4 slices (Cooked and crumbled)
Chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons (Chopped)
Shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup (Shredded)
Refrigerated pizza dough
1 (10 ounce) can (Rolled out)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Prepare a greased cookie sheet.
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2. In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium-high heat until crispy. Once done, remove the bacon and place it on paper towels to drain. After it cools, crumble the bacon into smaller pieces.
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3. In the same skillet with the bacon grease, add the chopped onion and shredded cooked chicken. Sauté over medium heat until the onion is tender and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
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4. Stir in 1/3 cup of barbecue sauce into the chicken mixture, combining well. Remove the skillet from heat, and mix in the crumbled bacon and chopped cilantro.
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5. Roll out the pizza dough onto the greased cookie sheet to create an even thickness, then cut it in half to form two rectangles.
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6. Spoon the chicken and bacon mixture onto one half of each rectangle, leaving about a 1/2 inch border around the edges. Drizzle the remaining barbecue sauce over the filling, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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7. Fold the empty side of the dough over the filling, pressing the edges together firmly. Use a fork to seal the edges thoroughly.
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8. Bake the calzones in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy to your liking.
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9. Once baked, allow the calzones to cool slightly. Then, slice each calzone in half to serve. Enjoy with additional barbecue sauce for dipping, if desired.
Nutrition Information
45g
Fat
60g
Carbs
45g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are BBQ Chicken and Bacon Calzones?
They are a delicious dish made with shredded cooked chicken, crispy bacon, and tangy barbecue sauce wrapped in a golden, flaky pizza dough crust.
What ingredients are needed for this recipe?
You will need shredded cooked chicken breasts, chopped onion, barbecue sauce, bacon, fresh cilantro, shredded mozzarella cheese, and refrigerated pizza dough.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
Preheat your oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
How should I prepare the cookie sheet?
The cookie sheet should be greased before placing the dough on it.
How do I cook the bacon for these calzones?
Cook the bacon in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it is crispy, then drain on paper towels and crumble into pieces.
What should I do with the bacon grease?
Use the remaining bacon grease in the skillet to sauté the chopped onion and shredded chicken.
How long do I sauté the onion and chicken?
Sauté them over medium heat for about 3-4 minutes until the onion is fragrant and tender.
How much barbecue sauce is used in the filling mixture?
Stir 1/3 cup of barbecue sauce into the chicken and onion mixture.
When should I add the cilantro?
Add the chopped cilantro after removing the chicken mixture from the heat, along with the crumbled bacon.
How do I prepare the pizza dough?
Roll out the refrigerated pizza dough to an even thickness and cut it in half to create two rectangles.
How do I assemble the calzones?
Spoon the filling onto one half of each dough rectangle, drizzle with extra BBQ sauce, and sprinkle with mozzarella.
How much of a border should I leave on the dough?
Leave about a 1/2 inch border around the edges of the dough to ensure a proper seal.
How do I seal the calzone edges?
Fold the empty side of the dough over the filling, press the edges together firmly, and use a fork to seal them thoroughly.
How long do the calzones need to bake?
Bake them for approximately 25 minutes.
How do I know when the calzones are done?
They are finished when the crust is golden brown and crispy to your liking.
Should I let the calzones cool before serving?
Yes, allow the calzones to cool slightly before slicing them in half to serve.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
Each serving contains 800 calories.
What is the protein content per serving?
There are 45g of protein per serving.
How much fat is in a serving of these calzones?
There are 45g of fat per serving.
How many carbohydrates are in one serving?
There are 60g of carbohydrates per serving.
What type of chicken is recommended?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of shredded cooked chicken breasts.
What size pizza dough can is needed?
You will need one 10-ounce can of refrigerated pizza dough.
How much cheese is required?
The recipe uses 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
How many slices of bacon are used?
The recipe requires 4 slices of bacon.
How much barbecue sauce is needed in total?
You will need 2/3 cup of barbecue sauce total, divided for mixing and drizzling.
Is this recipe suitable for a quick dinner?
Yes, it is described as a simple and easy-to-follow recipe perfect for a fun family dinner.
Can I serve these with extra sauce?
Yes, they are great enjoyed with additional barbecue sauce for dipping.
What are some tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include bbq chicken, calzones, bacon, snacks, lunch, comfort food, and easy recipes.
How much fresh cilantro is used?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh cilantro.