Savory Buffalo Chicken Pizza Pockets
Savory Buffalo Chicken Pizza Pockets are a delicious and convenient snack or meal, combining spicy buffalo chicken, mozzarella, and blue cheese in a crispy pizza dough pocket. Perfect for game day, family dinners, or casual gatherings, these pockets offer bold flavors in a portable, easy-to-make form.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 12 pizza pockets
- Category: Appetizer, Snack, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Shredded cooked chicken
Buffalo sauce
Mozzarella cheese
Blue cheese (optional)
Pizza dough
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Olive oil
Salt and black pepper
Optional: Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). -
Prepare the Filling:
In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with buffalo sauce, mozzarella, optional blue cheese, and seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper). -
Roll Out Dough:
Roll out pizza dough to about ¼ inch thickness and cut into 4-5 inch diameter circles. -
Assemble the Pockets:
Spoon the buffalo chicken filling onto each dough circle. Fold over and seal the edges tightly. -
Bake:
Place the assembled pockets on a baking sheet, brush with olive oil, and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-10 minutes to retain crispiness.
Customization: Adjust the heat level by adding more buffalo sauce or jalapeños.
Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pizza dough to make these pockets gluten-free.
