Spicy Buffalo Chicken and Blue Cheese Delight Pizza
Discover a taste sensation with our Spicy Buffalo Chicken and Blue Cheese Delight Pizza. Inspired by the classic flavors of Buffalo wings, this pizza features tender, spicy chicken with a burst of blue cheese tanginess, all on a perfectly crisp crust. The addition of a cooling ranch drizzle adds another layer of delicious complexity. It’s a perfect dish for parties, game days, or simply any occasion when you crave something uniquely savory and spicy.
4
Servings
N/A
Calories
8
Ingredients
Ingredients
Pizza dough
11 ounces (Unroll and prepare)
Frank's Red Hot Sauce
1/4 cup (Keeper for sauce)
Butter
1/4 cup (Melted)
Chicken
1 1/2 cups (Cooked and shredded)
Onion
1/4 cup (Chopped finely)
Blue cheese
1/2 cup (Crumbled)
Mozzarella cheese
1 1/2 cups (Shredded)
Ranch dressing
1/2 cup (For drizzling)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2
Grease a 12-inch x 12-inch non-stick pizza pan or a 15-inch x 10-inch non-stick baking sheet with shortening.
3
Carefully press the dough out onto the prepared sheet until it evenly covers the surface.
4
In a small bowl, mix the Frank's Red Hot Sauce with the melted butter until well combined.
5
Spread half of this spicy butter sauce mixture evenly over the prepared dough, ensuring to cover all the edges.
6
In another bowl, combine the chopped onions and shredded chicken with the remaining spicy sauce mixture—toss until the chicken and onions are evenly coated.
7
Spoon the chicken and onion mixture evenly over the dough, ensuring that the layer is spread uniformly.
8
Generously sprinkle the crumbled blue cheese and shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken mixture.
9
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust becomes golden brown and the cheeses are bubbly and slightly golden.
10
Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly.
11
Drizzle ranch dressing over the hot pizza, slice into servings and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary flavors of the Spicy Buffalo Chicken and Blue Cheese Delight Pizza?
This pizza features tender, spicy chicken with the tangy flavor of blue cheese, inspired by classic Buffalo wings, topped with a cooling ranch drizzle.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (200°C).
How long does the pizza need to bake?
The pizza should bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheeses are bubbly.
What size baking pan should I use?
You can use a 12-inch x 12-inch non-stick pizza pan or a 15-inch x 10-inch non-stick baking sheet.
How much pizza dough is required?
The recipe calls for 11 ounces of pizza dough.
What brand of hot sauce is used in the spicy butter mixture?
The recipe specifies using Frank's Red Hot Sauce.
How much butter is mixed with the hot sauce?
You will need 1/4 cup of melted butter.
Should the chicken be cooked before putting it on the pizza?
Yes, the recipe requires 1 1/2 cups of cooked and shredded chicken.
What types of cheese are used on this pizza?
The pizza is topped with 1/2 cup of crumbled blue cheese and 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
How are the onions prepared?
1/4 cup of onion should be chopped finely.
How is the spicy sauce distributed during assembly?
Half of the sauce is spread over the dough, and the other half is tossed with the chicken and onions.
When should the ranch dressing be applied?
Drizzle the ranch dressing over the pizza after it has been removed from the oven and cooled slightly.
What should I use to grease the pizza pan?
The recipe suggests greasing the pan with shortening.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe serves 4 people.
Is this pizza a quick meal option?
Yes, it is categorized as a meal that takes less than 30 minutes to prepare.
What are the suggested tags for this recipe?
Suggested tags include buffalo chicken, blue cheese, spicy pizza, quick meal, and appetizer.
Can this pizza be served as an appetizer?
Yes, its flavors and style make it a perfect appetizer for parties or game days.
How much mozzarella cheese is needed?
The recipe calls for 1 1/2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
What is the first step of the instructions?
The first step is to preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
How is the dough prepared on the pan?
Carefully press the dough out onto the prepared sheet until it evenly covers the entire surface.
What should I do with the onion and chicken mixture?
Toss the shredded chicken and finely chopped onions with half of the spicy sauce mixture before spooning it over the dough.
Does the sauce cover the edges of the dough?
Yes, when spreading the spicy butter sauce, ensure you cover all the edges.
How much ranch dressing is used for the drizzle?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of ranch dressing.
How much blue cheese is included in the recipe?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of crumbled blue cheese.
What should I look for to know the pizza is finished baking?
The crust should be golden brown and the cheeses should be bubbly and slightly golden.
Is the chicken tossed with onions?
Yes, the chopped onions and shredded chicken are combined in a bowl with the spicy sauce.
Is the butter used in the sauce cold or melted?
The butter should be melted before mixing it with the hot sauce.
What is the total count of ingredients used?
There are 8 ingredients in total for this recipe.
How should the pizza be served?
Once the ranch is drizzled, slice the pizza and enjoy it immediately while hot.
What is the preparation method for the pizza dough?
The dough should be unrolled and prepared as directed on the packaging before being pressed onto the pan.