Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound cooked and shredded chicken breast
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- 1/2 cup diced celery
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 package (16 oz) frozen bread dough, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten
Special equipment needed:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. In a large bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, buffalo sauce, ranch dressing, celery, onion, and cheddar cheese.
3. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the thawed bread dough into a rectangle shape.
4. Cut the dough into 6 equal pieces.
5. Place a spoonful of the chicken mixture onto each piece of dough.
6. Fold the dough over the filling and pinch the edges together to seal.
7. Place the runzas onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Brush the tops of the runzas with the beaten egg.
9. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
10. Serve hot.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
375°F (190°C)
Serving size:
6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 480
Fat: 19g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Protein: 29g
Sodium: 1590mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of chicken breast, you can use shredded rotisserie chicken or ground chicken.
- Instead of buffalo sauce, you can use hot sauce or BBQ sauce.
- Instead of ranch dressing, you can use blue cheese dressing or sour cream.
- Instead of cheddar cheese, you can use mozzarella cheese or pepper jack cheese.
Variations:
- Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor and heat.
- Use ground beef or turkey instead of chicken.
- Make a vegetarian version by using sautéed mushrooms and onions instead of chicken.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is completely thawed before rolling it out.
- Don't overfill the runzas, or they may burst open during baking.
- Serve with extra buffalo sauce and ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover runzas in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the runzas in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the runzas on a platter with a side of celery sticks and carrot sticks.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions.
Pairings:
Serve with a side of potato salad or coleslaw.
Suggested side dishes:
- Potato salad
- Coleslaw
- French fries
- Sweet potato fries
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add more flour to the surface and the dough.
- If the runzas burst open during baking, try pinching the edges together more tightly next time.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before using it in the recipe.
Food history:
The runza is a traditional dish from Nebraska, originally brought over by German-Russian immigrants. It is a type of sandwich made with bread dough and filled with meat, cabbage, and onions.
Flavor profiles:
The buffalo chicken runza is spicy, tangy, and cheesy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the runzas hot with a side of celery sticks and carrot sticks.
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