Description

Level up your next dinner with this Chicken Bacon Ranch Calzone — a handheld twist on your favorite pizza flavors. Packed with shredded chicken, smoky turkey bacon, melted mozzarella, creamy ricotta, and tangy ranch dressing, all wrapped in golden pizza dough, this calzone is the perfect balance of flavor, texture, and convenience. Whether you’re feeding the family or prepping ahead for the week, this easy-to-make dish delivers comfort in every bite.

Ingredients

- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
For the filling:
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- 4 slices cooked turkey bacon, chopped
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup ranch dressing
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
For topping:
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- Optional: grated Parmesan cheese, dried herbs for sprinkling

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

In a bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, turkey bacon, mozzarella, ricotta, ranch dressing, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and pepper until fully combined.

Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a large circle or oval, about ¼ inch thick.

Spoon the filling onto one half of the dough, leaving a border around the edge.

Fold the other half of the dough over the filling and press the edges together to seal. Crimp the edges with a fork for a tight seal.

Transfer the calzone to the prepared baking sheet. Brush the top with the beaten egg.

Optional: Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and dried herbs if desired.

Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until the calzone is golden brown and cooked through.

Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with extra ranch or marinara sauce on the side if preferred.

Notes

Let the dough rest before rolling to make shaping easier.
Chill the filling slightly before assembling to prevent soggy dough.
Customize with your favorite cheeses, meats, or veggies.
Make extra calzones and freeze for quick meals later.
Serve with ranch, pizza sauce, or garlic butter for dipping.
Bake on parchment paper or a pizza stone for the crispiest results.