Grilled Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pizza with Blue Cheese Overload
Indulge in the ultimate game day treat with our Grilled Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pizza! This tantalizing dish combines tender, grilled chicken marinated in creamy yogurt and zesty Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning, paired with a kick of buffalo sauce. Nestled atop a golden, crispy thin crust and smothered in zesty ranch dressing, it’s finished with a generous sprinkle of crumbled blue cheese and vibrant chiffonade baby spinach. Whether served warm or chilled, this pizza promises to be the star of any casual gathering or big game party — perfect for sharing with friends and family!
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Servings
300
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
refrigerated pizza dough
1 (thin crust or your preferred style, rolled out)
chicken breasts
2 (thawed)
buffalo wing sauce
4 tablespoons (for tossing the chicken)
Greek yogurt
1/4 cup (for marinating the chicken)
Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix
1/2 ounce (for marinating the chicken)
Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing
1/2 cup (for pizza topping)
Baby Spinach
1/2 cup (chiffonade sliced)
blue cheese
1/4 cup (crumbled)
Instructions
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1. In a resealable bag, combine the chicken breasts with Greek yogurt and the Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix. Seal the bag and massage it gently to ensure the chicken is well coated. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or longer if possible, to enhance flavor.
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2. Preheat your grill to medium-high and the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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3. On a clean pizza pan or cookie sheet, roll out and press your refrigerated pizza dough into your desired shape, ensuring it's spread evenly up to the edges. Thin crust is recommended for a delightful crunch.
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4. Grill the marinated chicken breasts for 7-9 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from grill and cover with foil, allowing to rest for about 15 minutes.
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5. While the chicken rests, place the rolled-out pizza crust in the preheated oven. Bake until golden brown and thoroughly cooked, since you won’t be baking it again after adding the toppings.
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6. After the crust has baked, allow it to cool slightly. Spread the desired amount of Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing over the surface of the pizza crust, getting as close to the edges as possible.
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7. Dice the grilled chicken into 1/2-inch pieces and toss gently with buffalo wing sauce in a bowl. Distribute the sauced chicken evenly over the ranch-dressed pizza crust.
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8. Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese generously over the chicken, followed by the chiffonade of baby spinach.
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9. Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, slice the pizza into wedges or squares, serve immediately, and enjoy the vibrant flavors!
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
30g
Carbs
25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Grilled Buffalo Ranch Chicken Pizza?
It is a game day pizza featuring grilled chicken marinated in Greek yogurt and ranch seasoning, topped with buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, blue cheese, and baby spinach.
What are the main ingredients for this pizza?
The main ingredients include refrigerated pizza dough, chicken breasts, buffalo wing sauce, Greek yogurt, ranch seasoning mix, ranch dressing, baby spinach, and blue cheese.
How do you marinate the chicken for this recipe?
Combine chicken breasts with Greek yogurt and Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix in a resealable bag and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
At what temperature should the oven be preheated?
The oven should be preheated to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
What is the recommended cooking temperature for the chicken?
The chicken should be grilled until it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit (75 degrees Celsius).
How long should the chicken rest after grilling?
After grilling, remove the chicken and cover it with foil, allowing it to rest for about 15 minutes.
When should the pizza crust be baked?
The crust should be baked until golden brown and thoroughly cooked before any toppings are added.
What is used as the sauce base on the crust?
Hidden Valley Original Ranch Dressing is used as the base sauce for the pizza crust.
How is the buffalo flavor incorporated?
The grilled chicken is diced into half-inch pieces and tossed with buffalo wing sauce before being added to the pizza.
What type of cheese is used on this pizza?
Crumbled blue cheese is used to provide a sharp, tangy flavor to the pizza.
How is the spinach prepared for the topping?
The baby spinach is prepared using a chiffonade cut, which means it is sliced into thin ribbons.
Can this pizza be served cold?
Yes, this pizza is delicious whether served warm or chilled.
What type of crust works best for this recipe?
A thin crust is recommended to provide a delightful crunch to the dish.
How many calories are in a serving of this pizza?
There are approximately 300 calories per serving.
Is this recipe good for parties?
Yes, it is described as the ultimate game day treat and is perfect for casual gatherings.
How much fat is in one serving?
There are 15 grams of fat per serving.
How much protein does this pizza provide?
Each serving provides 25 grams of protein.
How many carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 30 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
What brand of ranch seasoning is suggested?
The recipe suggests using Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning Mix.
How long does it take to grill the chicken?
Grilling the marinated chicken breasts typically takes 7-9 minutes on each side.
What size should the chicken pieces be?
The grilled chicken should be diced into 1/2-inch pieces.
Do I bake the pizza again after adding toppings?
No, you do not bake it again after adding the ranch, chicken, cheese, and spinach.
What is the purpose of the Greek yogurt in the marinade?
The Greek yogurt helps coat the chicken and keeps it tender during the grilling process.
How many chicken breasts are needed?
The recipe calls for 2 chicken breasts.
How much buffalo wing sauce is used?
The recipe uses 4 tablespoons of buffalo wing sauce for tossing the chicken.
What tools are needed to prepare the crust?
You can use a clean pizza pan or a cookie sheet to roll out the dough.
How much blue cheese is recommended?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of crumbled blue cheese.
How should the pizza be sliced?
You can use a sharp knife or pizza cutter to slice it into wedges or squares.
Can I use frozen chicken for this recipe?
The chicken breasts should be thawed before they are marinated and grilled.
Is the pizza spicy?
The pizza has a kick from the buffalo sauce, but it is balanced by the creamy ranch dressing and yogurt.