Description
This Cheesy Chicken Alfredo Calzones recipe combines tender shredded chicken with creamy Alfredo sauce and a blend of mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, all encased in a crispy, golden pizza dough crust. Perfect for a comforting meal, these calzones are baked to a delicious golden-brown and topped with a flavorful garlic butter glaze for extra richness.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Calzones
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups freshly cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 ½ cups Alfredo sauce (homemade or purchased)
- 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, grated
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For Brushing
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Filling: In a large bowl, combine the Alfredo sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, black pepper, and Italian seasoning with the hot shredded chicken. Stir everything together until the mixture is evenly coated and creamy. Set the filling aside.
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Lightly grease or line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Roll and Divide the Dough: Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a circle approximately 7-8 inches in diameter.
- Fill the Calzones: Spoon the chicken Alfredo filling into the center of each dough circle, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges. Be careful not to overfill to avoid leakage during baking.
- Fold and Seal: Fold each dough circle over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly together and crimp them with a fork to seal completely.
- Brush and Season: Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each one with beaten egg wash. Then combine melted butter with garlic powder and lightly brush this over the tops of the calzones. Sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired.
- Bake: Bake the calzones in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until they turn deep golden brown and puff up. The crust should be crisp and the filling hot and bubbling inside.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the calzones to rest for 5 minutes after baking. This helps the filling set and prevents burns from the hot cheese. Serve warm.
Notes
- Do not overfill the calzones to prevent leaking during baking.
- Chopped parsley is optional, but it adds a nice fresh flavor and color.
- You can use store-bought Alfredo sauce for convenience or make your own for richer flavor.
- Allow calzones to rest after baking to avoid burning your mouth with hot cheese.
- You can swap mozzarella with other melting cheeses if preferred.
