Buffalo Chicken Pizza Recipe

Introduction

Buffalo Chicken Pizza is a flavorful twist on a classic favorite, combining spicy buffalo chicken with creamy ranch and melted mozzarella on a homemade crust. This recipe is perfect for game day or a casual dinner that satisfies every craving.

Ingredients

• 3/4 cup warm water (around 110 degrees)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 2 cups flour (all-purpose or bread flour)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 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
• Ranch dressing or blue cheese (for serving)

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a stand mixer bowl, combine warm water and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it bloom for about 10 minutes until frothy.
2. Step 2: Add flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Using the dough hook, knead on medium speed until a smooth dough forms, adding extra flour if needed. Transfer dough to an oiled bowl and place in the oven with the light on.
3. Step 3: Let the dough rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Step 4: About 30 minutes into rising, preheat the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit.
5. Step 5: Once risen, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Place on a pizza stone or pan.
6. Step 6: Microwave the cream cheese until soft and melty. Stir in the ranch seasoning until well combined.
7. Step 7: Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the dough.
8. Step 8: Sprinkle all but 1/4 cup of the mozzarella over the cream cheese layer.
9. Step 9: Toss the cooked chicken with buffalo sauce and spread it evenly over the cheese.
10. Step 10: Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
11. Step 11: Bake for 10 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted and bubbled.
12. Step 12: Remove from oven, sprinkle with chopped green onions, and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing if desired before serving.

Tips & Variations

• For extra crispiness, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding toppings.
• Use cooked rotisserie chicken to save time and add flavor.
• Substitute buffalo sauce with BBQ sauce for a milder, smoky twist.
• Try adding sliced red onions or celery for extra crunch.

Storage

Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 375°F for 5–7 minutes to restore crispness. Microwaving is quicker but may soften the crust.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use store-bought pizza dough?

Yes, store-bought dough works well and can save time. Just follow the package instructions for preparation.

What can I use instead of ranch seasoning mix?

You can substitute ranch seasoning with a mix of garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, and parsley for a similar flavor.

Buffalo Chicken Pizza Recipe

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This Buffalo Chicken Pizza recipe combines the spicy tang of buffalo sauce with creamy ranch-seasoned cream cheese and melted mozzarella on a homemade pizza crust. Perfectly baked to golden perfection, this pizza offers a delightful twist on classic buffalo chicken, topped with fresh green onions and optional ranch or blue cheese dressing for an extra burst of flavor.

• Author: Ria
• Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Yield: 1 12-inch pizza, serves 3-4 1x
• Category: Main Dish
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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For the Dough

• 3/4 cup warm water (around 110 degrees)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 2 cups flour (all-purpose or bread flour)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Topping

• 4 ounces cream cheese (room temperature)
• 1 teaspoon ranch seasoning mix
• 1 cup chopped cooked chicken
• 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
• 8 ounces mozzarella (shredded)
• 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
• Ranch dressing or blue cheese (for serving, optional)

Instructions

1. Bloom the Yeast: In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the warm water and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast on top and allow it to bloom for about 10 minutes until foamy, indicating the yeast is active.
2. Make the Dough: Add the flour, olive oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Using the dough hook attachment, mix on medium speed until the dough starts to come together into a smooth, cohesive ball. Add flour a tablespoon at a time if needed. Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl.
3. First Rise: Place the bowl with dough in the oven with the oven light on to maintain a warm environment. Let it rise for approximately 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
4. Preheat the Oven: About 30 minutes into the rising time, set the oven to 500 degrees Fahrenheit to preheat thoroughly.
5. Punch Down the Dough: Once doubled, gently punch down the dough to release air bubbles.
6. Roll Out the Dough: Flour a clean surface and roll the dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough onto a pizza stone or pizza pan.
7. Prepare the Cream Cheese Mixture: Microwave the cream cheese until very soft and melty. Stir in the ranch seasoning mix until well combined.
8. Assemble the Pizza: Spread the ranch-seasoned cream cheese evenly over the rolled-out crust.
9. Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle all but 1/4 cup of shredded mozzarella evenly on top of the cream cheese layer.
10. Prepare Chicken Topping: Toss the chopped cooked chicken with the buffalo sauce to coat thoroughly, then spread evenly over the cheese.
11. Top with Remaining Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup mozzarella evenly over the chicken layer.
12. Bake the Pizza: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
13. Garnish and Serve: Remove pizza from oven. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top and drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing if desired before slicing and serving.

Notes

• Ensure water temperature is warm (around 110°F) to activate the yeast without killing it.
• If you don’t have a pizza stone, a baking sheet or pizza pan works fine for baking the pizza.
• You can substitute the buffalo sauce with your preferred hot sauce for different heat levels.
• Allow cream cheese to reach room temperature before microwaving to melt evenly.
• For a crispier crust, you can pre-bake the dough for 3-4 minutes before adding toppings.

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