Buffalo Chicken Pizza Recipe
This Buffalo Chicken Pizza features a crispy whole wheat crust topped with spicy buffalo-sauced shredded chicken, mozzarella, tangy blue cheese, and vibrant onions. It’s a delicious twist on classic buffalo chicken flavors delivered in a great-tasting pizza perfect for casual dinners or game day.
- Author: mia
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Total Time: 30-33 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Pizza Dough
- 1 Whole Wheat Pizza Dough
Buffalo Chicken Topping
- 1 cup Buffalo sauce (Frank’s recommended)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 8 ounces chicken breast, shredded
Cheeses & Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese (2 ounces; gorgonzola used, feta optional for milder taste)
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Place oven rack in the upper third and preheat to 425°F (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly dust with cornmeal or flour to prevent sticking.
- Mix Buffalo Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together the buffalo sauce, garlic powder, and chili powder until fully combined, creating a flavorful sauce base for the chicken.
- Coat Chicken: Add shredded chicken breast to the sauce and toss well until every piece is evenly coated with the spicy buffalo mixture.
- Roll Out Dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the whole wheat pizza dough into an 11×14-inch rectangle. Be gentle to maintain the dough’s elasticity.
- Assemble Pizza: Transfer the rolled dough to the prepared baking sheet. Spread the buffalo chicken mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 3/4-inch border around the edges untouched for the crust.
- Add Cheese and Onions: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese, crumbled blue cheese, and thinly sliced red onion evenly on top of the chicken layer.
- Bake Pizza: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the crust is crisp, golden, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with thinly sliced green onions. Slice into portions and serve hot.
Notes
- Use whole wheat dough for added fiber and a nuttier flavor.
- To reduce heat, swap out buffalo sauce for a mild wing sauce or adjust chili powder accordingly.
- Gorgonzola provides a robust blue cheese flavor, but feta can be used for a creamier, milder option.
- If fresh buffalo sauce is unavailable, a mix of hot sauce and butter works well as a substitute.
- Leftover pizza can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven for best texture.
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