Description

These Creamy Chicken Calzones are a delicious and satisfying meal that’s easy to customize! Flaky pizza dough is filled with a creamy ricotta mixture, tender chicken, spinach, and melted mozzarella cheese, then baked to golden perfection.

Ingredients

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1 cup cooked chicken, diced (leftover, breast, or rotisserie)
1/2 cup fresh spinach, chopped
2 large eggs, divided
1/2 cup ricotta cheese (full fat)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon salt
12 ounces pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
2 tablespoons flour, for rolling dough
1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Marinara sauce, for serving (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prep: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or foil and spray with cooking spray.
Prep Filling: Dice chicken into ½-inch pieces. Roughly chop spinach.
Make Ricotta Mixture: Separate one egg. Add the yolk to a medium bowl. Place the white in a separate bowl. Add ricotta, garlic powder, oregano, basil, and salt to the yolk. Mix well. Add spinach and mix again.
Roll Dough: Divide dough into four equal pieces. Lightly flour your work surface. Roll each piece into a 7-inch circle.
Assemble Calzones: Spread ricotta mixture on half of each circle, leaving a 1-inch border. Top with chicken and mozzarella cheese, dividing evenly.
Seal Calzones: Fold dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press edges to seal. Fold and roll the edge to create a ridge.
Egg Wash: Transfer calzones to baking sheets. Whisk the reserved egg white with the remaining egg. Brush the egg wash over the calzones.
Bake: Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
Serve: Top with Parmesan cheese (optional). Serve hot with warmed marinara sauce for dipping (optional).

Notes

Use a silicone baking mat for rolling dough without needing extra flour.
Customize fillings with your favorite ingredients.
Adjust baking time as needed based on your oven.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 calzone
Calories: 500
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 120mg