Description
Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake is a deliciously spicy and cheesy dish perfect for family dinners or game day. Combining tender shredded chicken tossed in tangy buffalo wing sauce with creamy ranch dressing, all layered inside a golden baked pizza dough, this casserole-style bake offers a perfect balance of heat and creaminess. The melty blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses provides a rich, savory finish that is sure to satisfy comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups Cooked Chicken (Shredded or diced for best texture)
- 1/2 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce (Adjust quantity based on heat preference)
- 1/2 cup Ranch Dressing (Balances the heat)
- 1 package Pizza Dough (Premade or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon Flour (For dusting while rolling)
- 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (Substitutable with any melting cheese)
- 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (Enhances flavor depth)
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked shredded chicken, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch dressing. Mix well until all the chicken pieces are evenly coated with the sauces, ensuring a perfect spicy and creamy flavor base.
- Prepare the dough: Lightly dust your work surface with the tablespoon of flour. Roll out the pizza dough into a rectangular or circular shape, depending on your baking dish, making sure it’s large enough to hold the buffalo chicken and cheese filling.
- Assemble the bake: Transfer the rolled-out dough to a greased baking dish or baking sheet. Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly on top, followed by a layer of cheddar cheese for that rich flavor combination.
- Bake the dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Place the assembled bake in the oven and bake for approximately 25-30 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and serve: Remove the bake from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes to let the cheese set slightly. Cut the bake into 6 equal slices and serve warm for a flavorful, cheesy meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
Notes
- For milder heat, reduce buffalo wing sauce or use a milder sauce variant.
- You can substitute ranch dressing with blue cheese dressing for an alternative tangy flavor.
- If using homemade pizza dough, make sure it’s rested and slightly risen before rolling out.
- Feel free to add sliced green onions or chopped celery for extra crunch and flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture retention.
