Chicken in Pizza Dough
Turn dinner into a showstopper with this irresistible Chicken in Pizza Dough recipe, a perfect fusion of comfort food and creativity. Juicy, seasoned chicken breasts are seared for a golden crust, then wrapped in soft, pillowy pizza dough along with a melty layer of mozzarella cheese. Baked to perfection with an egg-wash glaze, the result is a golden-brown, crispy exterior that conceals a tender, flavorful interior. Served with a side of warm marinara sauce and optional fresh basil for garnish, this dish is as satisfying as it is fun to eat. With just 20 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, this crowd-pleaser makes for an easy yet impressive dinner option that the whole family will love. Keywords: chicken in pizza dough recipe, baked chicken, creative comfort food, easy dinner idea, family-friendly meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 pound Pizza dough
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Marinara sauce
- 1 large Egg
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Season the chicken breasts with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Sear the chicken breasts for 2 minutes per side until golden brown. They do not need to be fully cooked as they will finish cooking in the oven.
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it is about 1/8-inch thick. Cut it into four equal rectangles, one for each chicken breast.
Place a seared chicken breast in the center of each piece of dough. Top each chicken breast with 2-3 tablespoons of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Carefully wrap the dough around the chicken breast, pinching the seams to seal securely. Place the wrapped chicken seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the dough-wrapped chicken to create a golden crust while baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and the chicken is cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve with warm marinara sauce on the side for dipping and garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2931 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.3 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.0 g | 140% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 891 mg | 297% | |
| Sodium | 6079 mg | 264% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 202.9 g | 74% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 294.1 g | 588% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 1029 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 20.8 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 2435 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
