Ingredients
For the filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken, diced (grilled or rotisserie)
- ½ cup cooked bacon, chopped
- ½ cup Caesar dressing (or ranch dressing)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the dough:
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Preheat & Prepare the Dough
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough into four rectangular pieces (about 8×5 inches each).
2. Mix the Filling
- In a bowl, combine cooked chicken, bacon, Caesar dressing, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, and black pepper.
3. Fill & Roll the Chicken Bakes
- Place ¼ of the filling mixture onto each dough rectangle.
- Roll the dough like a burrito, folding in the edges to seal the filling inside.
4. Brush & Add Parmesan
- Place the Chicken Bakes seam-side down on a lined baking sheet.
- Brush the tops with olive oil or melted butter.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese for extra crispiness.
5. Bake Until Golden Brown
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- For extra crispiness, broil for 2 minutes at the end.
6. Let Cool & Serve!
- Let the Chicken Bakes rest for 5 minutes, then enjoy warm!
Notes
Pro Tips for the Best Homemade Chicken Bake
🔥 Use pizza dough for the classic texture – It crisp up beautifully while staying soft inside.
🧀 Mix cheeses for extra gooeyness – A combo of mozzarella and Parmesan gives the best melt.
🌡 Seal the edges well – This prevents filling from oozing out while baking.