Description
This Cheesy Chicken Bacon Ranch Stromboli is a crowd-pleasing twist on the classic stromboli, packed with savory flavors that everyone loves. Juicy shredded chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey cheese are rolled up in a soft pizza dough and baked to golden perfection, all drizzled with a creamy ranch sauce for an extra burst of flavor. Perfect for game day, parties, or a fun family dinner, this stromboli is easy to make and endlessly customizable. With its cheesy, meaty filling and buttery crust, it’s a portable, sliceable delight that’s sure to disappear fast. Serve it with extra ranch dressing or marinara sauce for dipping, and watch it become a new favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Stromboli:
- 1 pre-made pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, about 1 lb)
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works great!)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup ranch seasoning mix (or 3 tablespoons homemade blend: dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley)
- Optional: ¼ cup diced red onion or bell pepper for added flavor
For the Ranch Drizzle:
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional, for brushing the crust)
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried parsley (optional, for sprinkling)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, and ranch seasoning mix. Stir until evenly combined. If using, mix in diced red onion or bell pepper for extra flavor.
3. Assemble the Stromboli:
- Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle (about 12×16 inches).
- Spread the chicken-bacon-ranch mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
- Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough into a tight log, pinching the seam and ends to seal. Place the stromboli seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake the Stromboli:
- Optional: Brush the top of the stromboli with melted butter and sprinkle with Italian seasoning or dried parsley for a golden, flavorful crust.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is hot and bubbly.
5. Drizzle and Serve:
- Remove the stromboli from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle ranch dressing over the top or serve it on the side for dipping.
- Slice into pieces and enjoy this cheesy, hearty stromboli as a main dish or appetizer!
- Prep Time: 15 Minutes
- Cook Time: 25 Minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Italian
