Cheesy Chicken Pizza Calzones

Cheesy chicken pizza calzones are the kind of meal that feels playful, cozy, and satisfying all at once. They have everything people love about pizza tucked inside a warm golden pocket.

The outside bakes up crisp and lightly chewy, while the inside is filled with tender chicken, melty mozzarella, tomatoes, peppers, garlic, and saucy pizza flavor. They’re perfect for family dinners, game nights, lunchboxes, or any evening when you want something fun and comforting.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pizza dough
• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken, mozzarella, pizza sauce, diced tomatoes, bell peppers, garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir until everything is nicely coated and cheesy.

Divide the pizza dough into 4 equal portions. Roll each piece into a circle on a lightly floured surface.

Spoon the filling onto one side of each dough circle. Leave a little space around the edges so they can seal properly.

Fold the dough over the filling to make a half-moon shape. Press the edges together, then crimp them with a fork to keep all that cheesy goodness inside.

Place the calzones on the prepared baking sheet. Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake for 18 to 22 minutes, until the calzones are golden brown, crisp, and puffed.

Let them cool for a few minutes, then sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Serve warm with extra pizza sauce for dipping.

Presentation

Serve the calzones on a wooden board or warm platter with a small bowl of pizza sauce in the center. A sprinkle of parsley makes them look fresh and inviting.

For a cozy meal, pair them with a simple green salad, roasted vegetables, or crunchy garlic bread. Slice one open before serving so the cheesy filling can peek out.

Nutritional Information:

• ⏰ Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 22 minutes | Total Time: 37 minutes
• 🔥 Kcal: 480 kcal per serving | 🍽️ Servings: 4 servings

Conclusion

These cheesy chicken pizza calzones are warm, filling, and easy to love. They’re crisp on the outside, soft and saucy inside, and packed with familiar pizza flavor.

Make them soon for a fun homemade dinner that feels comforting from the very first bite.