Buffalo chicken pizza is a spicy, cheesy, and flavorful twist on traditional pizza! Here’s a recipe to make it at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- ¼ cup Buffalo sauce (like Frank’s RedHot)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup blue cheese crumbles (optional)
- ¼ cup ranch dressing or blue cheese dressing, for drizzling
- Fresh cilantro or green onions, for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- Prepare the Chicken:
- In a small bowl, mix the cooked chicken with the melted butter and Buffalo sauce, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated.
- Assemble the Pizza:
- Roll out your pizza dough to your desired thickness on a lightly floured surface.
- Transfer the dough to a sheet of parchment paper to make it easier to slide onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Spread a thin layer of ranch or blue cheese dressing over the dough as the base sauce (optional).
- Evenly distribute the Buffalo chicken mixture over the pizza dough.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella, cheddar, and blue cheese crumbles (if using) over the top.
- Bake the Pizza:
- Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the pizza onto the hot pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Drizzle additional ranch or blue cheese dressing over the pizza.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro or green onions if you like.
- Slice and serve hot!
Tips:
- For a milder version, reduce the amount of Buffalo sauce or mix it with a bit of ranch dressing.
- You can add toppings like red onions, sliced jalapeños, or even celery for extra crunch and flavor.
- If you prefer a crispier crust, par-bake the pizza dough for 3-5 minutes before adding the toppings.
This Buffalo chicken pizza is perfect for game days, casual dinners, or anytime you’re craving a spicy, cheesy treat!