Buffalo Chicken Pizza
A delicious twist on a classic favorite, combining spicy buffalo chicken, creamy cheese, and a crispy crust, perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 3/4 cup warm water (around 110 degrees)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 2 cups all-purpose or bread flour
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
For the Toppings
- 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup chopped cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 8 ounces shredded mozzarella
- 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
- to taste Ranch dressing or blue cheese for serving
Instructions
Dough Preparation
- Pour the warm water into a mixing bowl and add the sugar.
- Sprinkle the active dry yeast on top and let it bloom for approximately 10 minutes.
- Add in flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Knead the dough at medium speed for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Transfer the dough into a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Baking the Pizza
- Preheat your oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Gently punch down the risen dough, roll it out on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle, and place it on a pizza stone or baking pan.
- Microwave the cream cheese until soft. Mix in the ranch seasoning until well combined and spread over the pizza crust.
- Toss the chopped cooked chicken with the buffalo sauce until coated and spread evenly over the cream cheese layer.
- Top with 3/4 of the shredded mozzarella cheese and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake the pizza for about 10 minutes until the cheese melts and the crust is golden brown.
Finishing Touches
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped green onions on top.
- Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.
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Notes
Consider serving with celery and carrot sticks. Enjoy with a fresh salad to tone down the spiciness.