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    Home » Recipes » Pizza / Calzone / Stromboli

    Buffalo Chicken Calzones

    Published by Rodney on February 26, 2023 - Jump to Recipe - 2 Comments

    These Buffalo Chicken Calzones are not only super easy to make, they pack a nice little punch thanks to the Buffalo Wing Sauce.
    buffalo chicken calzones

    My wife loves Buffalo Chicken so making a filling for these Calzones was a no brainer. You will be amazed at how easy these calzones are to make.

    buffalo chicken tenderloins in skillet

    🥟 What is a Calzone

    A calzone is pizza dough filled with cheese, meats and vegetables. The dough is baked until golden and the cheese filling is melted and hot. It's typically served with marinara on the side for dipping.

    buffalo chicken calzones ready for the oven

    💭 Recipe Tip

    Chicken Tenderloins vary in size. Marinate and cook enough tenderloins to fill 4 large calzones.

    Additionally, you may need to use a little more Buffalo Chicken Hot Sauce if you are using more chicken or if you like your Chicken very hot! 🔥

    frank's RedHot Buffalo Wings Sauce

    I always have a bottle of Frank's RedHot Buffalo Hot Sauce in the fridge so that is what I use but you can use whatever brand you prefer or have on hand.

    buffalo chicken calzones

    If you prefer smaller calzones, you can cut the pizza dough into 6 or even 8 if you want. The important thing is to properly seal the edges so the filling doesn't leak out during baking.

    buffalo chicken calzones

    For more great recipes made with Buffalo Wing Sauce, I suggest you check these recipes out:

    • buffalo chicken quesadillas
      Buffalo Chicken Quesadillas
    • slow cooker buffalo chicken chili
      Slow Cooker Buffalo Chicken Chili
    • Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash
      Buffalo Chicken Spaghetti Squash
    • buffalo chicken blue cheese sliders
      Buffalo Blue Cheese Chicken Sliders

    📋 Gather your Ingredients

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Buffalo Chicken Calzones recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Chicken Tenderloins, Frank's RedHot Buffalo Wings Sauce, Refrigerated Pizza Dough, Mozzarella Cheese and optionally some Ranch Dressing for dipping.

    🥣 How to make Buffalo Chicken Calzones

    Preheat the oven to 425°F.
    Place the chicken tenderloins in a freezer bag and pour ½ cup Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Wing Sauce in the bag. Turn to ensure all the pieces of chicken are well coated in the sauce. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
    Heat the grill or skillet over medium high heat. Grill the chicken for 8–10 minutes, turning to cook evenly, until cooked through. Discard any remaining marinade.
    Let the chicken cool slightly and cut into bite-sized pieces.
    Unroll the pizza dough onto a large greased cookie sheet. Slice into 4 rectangles (or more for smaller calzones).
    On each piece of dough, sprinkle some cheese, top with some chicken, and optionally drizzle some additional hot sauce.
    Fold each rectangle over to cover the filling and seal the edges with a fork or pinch with your fingers.
    Cut a small slit on the top of each calzone to vent. Brush a little olive oil on top to help with browning. Repeat with the remaining pizza dough.
    Bake for approximately 12 minutes or until the dough is golden brown.
    Let the calzones cool slightly and optionally serve with some ranch dressing for dipping.

    📖 Recipe

    buffalo chicken calzones

    Buffalo Chicken Calzones

    These Buffalo Chicken Calzones are not only super easy to make, they pack a nice little punch thanks to the Buffalo Wing Sauce.
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep TimePrep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook TimeCook Time 10 minutes mins
    Marinate Time 3 hours hrs
    Total TimeTotal Time 3 hours hrs 15 minutes mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Author Rodney
    Servings 4 calzones
    Calories 518 kcal

    Equipment

    • BBQ / Grill
    • Skillet

    Ingredients
     

    • 6 Chicken Tenderloins, or more as needed
    • 1 Cup Frank's RedHot Buffalo Wings Sauce, or more to taste
    • 20 oz Refrigerated Pizza Dough, thin crust
    • 1 Cup Mozzarella Cheese, shredded, or more if desired
    • Olive Oil, or cooking spray

    Optional

    • Ranch Dressing, for serving

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
    • Place the chicken tenderloins in a freezer bag and pour ½ cup Frank’s RedHot Buffalo Wing Sauce in the bag. Turn to ensure all the pieces of chicken are well coated in the sauce. Refrigerate for at least 3 hours.
    • Heat the grill or skillet over medium high heat. Grill the chicken 8–10 minutes, turning to cook evenly, until cooked through. Discard any remaining marinade.
    • Let the chicken cool slightly and cut into bite-sized pieces.
    • Unroll the pizza dough onto a large greased cookie sheet. Slice into 4 rectangles (or more for smaller calzones).
    • On each piece of dough, sprinkle some cheese, top with some chicken, and optionally drizzle some additional hot sauce.
    • Fold each rectangle over to cover the filling and seal the edges with a fork or pinch with your fingers.
    • Cut a small slit on the top of each calzone to vent. Brush a little olive oil on top to help with browning. Repeat with the remaining pizza dough.
    • Bake for approximately 12 minutes or until dough is golden brown.
    • Let the calzones cool slightly and optionally serve with some ranch dressing for dipping.

    Notes

    Chicken Tenderloins vary in size. Marinate and cook enough tenderloins to fill 4 large calzones.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 518kcalCarbohydrates: 68gProtein: 33gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 3127mgPotassium: 299mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 212IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 145mgIron: 4mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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    1. Janice

      August 25, 2023 at 2:23 pm

      These chicken calzones are so tasty.

      Reply
      • Rodney

        September 06, 2023 at 6:51 pm

        Yes they are!

        Reply

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