Description

Buffalo Chicken Pizza offers a spicy, tangy twist on the classic favorite by combining tender buffalo-coated chicken, fresh mozzarella, and zesty buffalo sauce on a crispy homemade or store-bought pizza crust. Finished with red onions, optional jalapeños, and served alongside cool ranch or blue cheese dressing, this pizza is perfect for those craving bold, vibrant flavors in a comforting dish.

Ingredients

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For the Dough and Crust

18-20 ounces pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1/3 cup flour (for crust dusting)
Pinch of salt

For the Toppings

1 (8 oz) chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes (fully cooked)
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
6-7 slices fresh mozzarella (about 8 oz)
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
Fresh sliced jalapeños (optional, for extra heat)

For Serving

Ranch or blue cheese dressing (for serving)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) and place a pizza stone inside to heat up for 1 hour. This ensures the stone is hot enough for a crispy crust.
Cook the Chicken: Heat a small skillet over medium heat with a little oil. Add the bite-sized chicken cubes and cook until fully cooked and golden brown. Remove from heat, then drizzle 2 tablespoons of buffalo sauce over the chicken and stir well to coat evenly. Set aside.
Prepare the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Sprinkle a pinch of salt evenly over the dough to enhance flavor.
Transfer the Dough: Lightly dust a pizza peel with flour to prevent sticking and transfer the rolled-out dough onto it. This will help you easily slide the pizza into the oven.
Assemble the Pizza: Spread the remaining buffalo sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a ½ inch border around the edges for the crust. Evenly distribute the buffalo-coated chicken cubes on top, followed by slices of fresh mozzarella. Add thinly sliced red onions and fresh jalapeños for extra heat if desired.
Bake the Pizza: Carefully slide the assembled pizza onto the preheated pizza stone. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is bubbled and melted beautifully.
Cool and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes. Slice the pizza and serve warm with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.

Notes

Fully cooking the chicken before adding buffalo sauce ensures safety and better texture.
Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispy crust by evenly distributing high heat.
Adjust the amount of jalapeños based on your heat preference.
If you don’t have a pizza peel, use a flat baking sheet or parchment paper to transfer the pizza.
Letting the pizza rest for a few minutes after baking prevents burns and allows cheese to set.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American