Chicken Parmesan Calzone
This Chicken Parmesan Calzone combines crispy breaded chicken, marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, and sharp Parmesan all wrapped in golden pizza dough. It’s the perfect handheld twist on the classic chicken parmesan, ideal for family dinners, meal prep, or game day.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 2 cooked breaded chicken cutlets pre-cooked or leftovers
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 egg for egg wash
- sautéed spinach, mushrooms, pepperoni Optional fillings
- garlic butter, extra Parmesan, fresh basil Optional toppings
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Cook or reheat breaded chicken cutlets. Slice into thin strips.
- Roll Out the Dough: Divide pizza dough into two large or four smaller portions. Roll each into a circle on a floured surface.
- Assemble the Calzone: Spread marinara sauce on half of each dough circle. Add sliced chicken, mozzarella, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Leave space around the edges for sealing.
- Seal the Calzone: Fold the dough over the filling and crimp the edges with a fork. Brush with egg wash for a golden finish.
- Bake: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Optional Finish: Brush with garlic butter and sprinkle with extra Parmesan after baking.
- Serve: Serve hot with extra marinara sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Don’t overfill the calzones to prevent bursting while baking.
- You can use grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken for a lighter version.
- Store-bought pizza dough works perfectly for this recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 530kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 880mgSugar: 5g
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