Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake Recipe
This Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake is a deliciously spicy and cheesy stromboli-style dish featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in buffalo wing sauce and ranch dressing, wrapped in golden, crispy pizza dough, and loaded with melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Perfect for game day or a flavorful family dinner, this savory bake packs bold flavors and satisfying textures in every bite.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce, divided
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 8 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
Dough and Other
- 1 tsp olive oil
- 1 pizza dough, defrosted in refrigerator overnight
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking the stromboli evenly and achieving a crispy crust.
- Prepare the buffalo chicken mixture: In a bowl, toss the cooked shredded or diced chicken with 1/4 cup of buffalo wing sauce. Adjust the amount if you prefer more or less spice. Next, stir in the ranch dressing along with the remaining 1/4 cup of buffalo wing sauce until the mixture is well combined and creamy.
- Roll out the dough: On a floured surface, roll out the defrosted pizza dough into a long rectangular shape, large enough to hold all the filling.
- Assemble the stromboli: Spread the buffalo ranch chicken mixture evenly across the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Then evenly distribute the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the chicken for a rich, cheesy filling.
- Form the stromboli: Starting from one edge, carefully roll the dough into a log shape, making sure to roll tightly but gently. Seal both ends well to prevent the filling from leaking out during baking. Place the log seam-side down on a non-stick or greased baking sheet to keep it intact.
- Bake: Bake the stromboli in the preheated oven for 30 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and serve: Allow the stromboli to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to let the filling set, making it easier to slice. Slice into portions and serve warm with your choice of pizza sauce, ranch, or blue cheese dressing for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of buffalo wing sauce to control the spiciness level.
- Make sure to seal the ends of the stromboli properly to prevent filling leakage.
- Letting the stromboli rest before slicing helps keep the filling from spilling out.
- Use a floured surface when rolling the dough to prevent sticking.
- For extra crispness, brush the top of the stromboli with a little olive oil before baking.
Keywords: Buffalo chicken, cheese bake, stromboli, buffalo wing sauce, pizza dough, game day recipe, comfort food, spicy chicken bake
