Seasoned Chicken Calzones

Indulge in the irresistible charm of these easy-to-make Seasoned Chicken Calzones—an ideal recipe for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Crafted with tender shredded chicken, gooey mozzarella cheese, and a burst of flavor from marinara sauce blended with Italian seasoning and garlic powder, these calzones are a savory treat encased in golden, flaky pizza dough. Perfectly portioned for individual servings, they're brushed with an egg wash for that bakery-style shine and baked to perfection in just 25 minutes. Serve them warm with extra marinara for dipping, and watch these homemade calzones become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Pizza dough
• 2 cups Cooked chicken breast (shredded)
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 1 cup Marinara sauce
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tablespoon Water
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Dust your work surface with flour and roll out the pizza dough into a large circle, about 1/4 inch thick. Cut the dough into 4 equal sections to create individual calzones.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are evenly incorporated.

Step 4

Spoon an even amount of the chicken mixture onto one side of each dough section, leaving about a 1/2-inch border around the edges.

Step 5

Fold the empty half of the dough over the filling, creating a half-circle shape. Press the edges firmly together to seal, then crimp the edges with a fork for extra security.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the top of each calzone with the egg wash to give them a golden, glossy finish.

Step 7

Use a sharp knife to carefully cut 2-3 small vents on the top of each calzone to allow steam to escape during baking.

Step 8

Transfer the calzones to the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 9

Allow the calzones to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1489.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2783.6

Total Fat 99.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.3g
Cholesterol 801.1mg	0%
Sodium 5372.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.3g	0%
Total Sugars 5.8g
Protein 242.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 1357.7mg	0%
Iron 21.4mg	0%
Potassium 1978.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.9%

Protein: 35.9%

Carbs: 31.2%