Irresistible Buffalo Chicken Pizza Pockets Recipe
These irresistible Buffalo Chicken Pizza Pockets combine the spicy kick of Buffalo sauce with gooey mozzarella and optional tangy blue cheese, all wrapped in a golden, flaky pizza dough crust. Perfect as a snack or a comforting meal, they’re easy to make and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 pizza pockets 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Buffalo Chicken Filling
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup Buffalo sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (optional)
Pizza Dough & Toppings
- 1 batch pizza dough (enough to roll out and cut into 6 squares)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- All-purpose flour, for rolling dough
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Make the Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with Buffalo sauce. Stir well until the chicken is evenly coated in the sauce, ensuring each bite will be packed with flavor.
- Assemble the Pizza Pockets: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to prevent sticking. Cut the dough into 6 equal squares to form the pockets. Place a generous scoop of the Buffalo chicken mixture in the center of each square. Top the chicken with shredded mozzarella cheese and, if desired, a sprinkle of crumbled blue cheese for added tang and richness. Carefully fold each square of dough over the filling to form a triangle, making sure to seal the edges with a fork to keep the cheesy goodness inside.
- Bake to Perfection: Brush the tops of the filled dough pockets with the beaten egg to give them a golden, shiny finish when baked. Place the pockets on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the dough turns golden brown and the cheese inside is bubbling.
- Serve & Enjoy: Once the pizza pockets are baked to perfection, serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauces — ranch or blue cheese dressing works perfectly! Enjoy these ooey-gooey, spicy, and cheesy Buffalo Chicken Pizza Pockets with friends and family, or savor them as a comforting meal on your own.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of Buffalo sauce to control the spice level.
- If you prefer a crispier crust, brush the pockets with a little olive oil instead of egg wash.
- These pockets can be made ahead and reheated in the oven for a few minutes before serving.
- For a dairy-free version, omit the cheeses or use dairy-free alternatives.
Keywords: Buffalo chicken, pizza pockets, spicy chicken, cheesy pockets, appetizer, snack
