Chicken Parmesan Calzone Recipe (2024)

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The chicken parmesan calzone made its mark on my life in college. I went to Saint Anselm College in Manchester, NH. Probably unbeknownst to anyone reading this outside of New England. Any current student or alumni will be able to speak of their legendary calzones and their forever-lasting memories.

The most unique element of this calzone is the pizza-like finish. It’s of course prepared like your typical half-moon-shaped calzone, but with a layer of mozzarella cheese and sauce covering the outer crust. It gives the exterior an unreal cheesy, crispy texture, just like chicken parmesan.

I think a calzone is the perfect party food when cut in thin slices. Round out your menu with some Philly Cheesesteak Sliders and Fried Pickles.

Ingredients

The chicken parm calzone must be simple. Crispy chicken (I use frozen Tyson chicken tenders but absolutely make your own if you’re ambitious), pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheese, and melted butter for the crust. My calzone is folded into a perfect half-moon and baked until golden brown.

As a disclaimer, the chicken MUST be fully cooked before baking your calzone. You don’t want to risk undercooked chicken. It’s much easier to manage cook times this way.

Prepping and Folding Dough

Roll the pizza dough into your typical circular pizza crust, ensuring that the dough is not too thin. 1/4 inch thick is ideal. It’s okay if it’s a little thicker around the edges. Top one half with your toppings, and fold the other half over, pinching the ends where the two halves meet, creating a perfect half-moon shape.

The Final Cheese Topping

This is not called for in your typical calzone however it’s the essential final touch for chicken parmesan. Add a thin layer of sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese to the top of the crust, giving you a pizza ON TOP of your calzone. It sounds like it may be too much, but it’s the special touch that sets this calzone apart from the rest.

Slice into thin strips and serve. Perfect for sharing at your next football party.

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