Description
Chicken bacon ranch stromboli offers a delightful twist on classic Italian-American cuisine. Rolled dough filled with savory chicken, crisp bacon, and creamy ranch promises a satisfying meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) mozzarella cheese
- 2 cups (473 ml) rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) bacon, chopped and cooked
- 1/2 cup (118 ml) ranch dressing, prepared (additional for dipping)
- 1 (8 oz / 226 g) thin crust refrigerated pizza dough, can
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Gently stretch the pizza dough on the prepared parchment paper, creating a thin, even surface without tearing, forming the stromboli’s foundational layer.
- Spread ranch dressing across the dough, maintaining a one-inch border around the edges to facilitate secure sealing. Layer shredded chicken evenly over the dressing, then distribute chopped bacon and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Using the parchment paper as a guide, carefully roll the dough from one long side to the opposite side, creating a tight cylinder. Position the seam underneath and neatly tuck the ends to secure the fillings.
- Create several diagonal slits on the stromboli’s surface to release steam, promoting even baking and preventing a soggy texture. Bake for 15-25 minutes until the crust transforms into a rich golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the stromboli rest briefly. Slice and serve warm, accompanied by additional ranch dressing for an enhanced flavor experience.
Notes
- Optimize dough stretching by lightly flouring your work surface to prevent sticking and achieve a thin, even base without tearing.
- Consider swapping chicken with turkey or plant-based protein for dietary alternatives like gluten-free or vegetarian options.
- Enhance flavor complexity by adding fresh herbs like chopped chives or green onions for a vibrant, zesty touch to the filling.
- Control moisture levels by patting chicken and bacon dry before adding to prevent soggy stromboli and ensure crisp texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 612 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 1120 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg