Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake for Quick Spicy Comfort Food

Buffalo Chicken Cheese Bake is a gluten-free, spicy, and cheesy comfort food that’s ready in 45 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 10

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Filling

2 cups Cooked Shredded Chicken Fully cooked before shredding
1/4 cup Buffalo Wing Sauce Adjust to taste
1/2 cup Ranch Dressing Swap for blue cheese if preferred

For the Dough

Flour for Rolling Essential for dusting
8 oz Pizza Dough Use gluten-free if desired

For the Cheese

8 oz Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Non-dairy cheese works for vegan option
1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Mix with other varieties for extra flavor

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
Rolling Pin
baking sheet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine chicken, buffalo wing sauce, and ranch dressing. Stir until coated.
On a floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a rectangular shape, about 1/4 inch thick.
Spread chicken mixture over the dough, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
Roll the dough into a log shape, sealing the edges.
Place the log seam-side down on a greased baking sheet and bake for about 30 minutes until golden brown.
Allow to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Can prepare a day ahead and bake directly from the fridge.

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