A crispy golden crust filled with juicy chicken, marinara sauce, and gooey cheese—this Chicken Parmesan Calzone is the ultimate comfort food! Perfect for a quick dinner or game-day snack, it’s everything you love about Chicken Parmesan wrapped in warm, flaky dough.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cooked chicken (grilled or breaded, diced)
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp dried basil
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- ¼ cup ricotta cheese (optional for extra creaminess)
Directions:
- Preheat & prepare:
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. - Roll out the dough:
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 10–12 inch circle (about ¼-inch thick). - Assemble the filling:
- Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce over one half of the dough (leaving a 1-inch border).
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the sauce.
- Add cooked chicken evenly over the cheese.
- If using, dollop ricotta cheese on top for a creamier texture.
- Season with garlic powder, oregano, basil, and red pepper flakes.
- Seal the calzone:
- Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- Press the edges together and crimp them tightly with a fork or twist them to seal.
- Egg wash & toppings:
- In a small bowl, whisk 1 egg with 1 tbsp water.
- Brush the egg wash over the calzone to give it a golden, crispy crust.
- Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese and oregano for extra flavor.
- Bake:
- Transfer to the baking sheet and bake for 18–22 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve & enjoy!
- Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve with extra marinara sauce for dipping.
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Calories and Servings:
Serves 2–4 people
Approximately 450–500 calories per serving
Tip: Want a crispy bottom? Bake on a preheated pizza stone for an even crunchier crust!