Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked and shredded chicken
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced celery
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
Special equipment needed:
- Pizza stone or baking sheet
- Pizza cutter
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Place pizza crust on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
3. Spread buffalo wing sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edge.
4. Drizzle ranch dressing over the buffalo sauce.
5. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce and dressing.
6. Add cooked and shredded chicken on top of the cheese.
7. Sprinkle diced red onion and celery over the chicken.
8. Top with crumbled blue cheese.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
10. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.
11. Serve hot and enjoy!
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12-15 minutes
Temperature:
425°F
Serving size:
4-6 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 320
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 45mg
Sodium: 1100mg
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 17g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pizza crust: You can use a homemade pizza crust or a gluten-free crust if desired.
- Buffalo wing sauce: You can use any hot sauce of your choice.
- Ranch dressing: You can use blue cheese dressing instead of ranch dressing.
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: You can use any type of cheese that melts well, such as cheddar or pepper jack.
- Cooked and shredded chicken: You can use leftover rotisserie chicken or grilled chicken instead of cooking chicken specifically for this recipe.
- Red onion and celery: You can omit these ingredients or add other toppings of your choice.
- Blue cheese: You can use feta cheese or goat cheese instead of blue cheese.
Variations:
- BBQ Chicken Pizza: Substitute BBQ sauce for the buffalo wing sauce and use diced cooked chicken instead of shredded chicken.
- Veggie Pizza: Omit the chicken and add sliced mushrooms, bell peppers, and olives.
- Meat Lovers Pizza: Add cooked and crumbled bacon and sausage to the pizza.
Tips and tricks:
- Preheat your oven and pizza stone or baking sheet before placing the pizza on it to ensure a crispy crust.
- Use a pizza cutter to slice the pizza easily and evenly.
- Serve with extra buffalo wing sauce and ranch dressing on the side for dipping.
Storage instructions:
Leftover pizza can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat leftover pizza in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve the pizza on a large cutting board or pizza tray for a rustic look.
Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for a pop of color.
Pairings:
Serve with a side salad or garlic bread.
Suggested side dishes:
- Caesar salad
- Garlic bread
- Roasted vegetables
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the crust is not crispy enough, try baking it for a few more minutes.
- If the cheese is not melted enough, try broiling the pizza for a minute or two.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F before adding it to the pizza.
- Store leftover pizza in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.
Food history:
Buffalo wings were invented in Buffalo, New York in 1964. They were created by Teressa Bellissimo, who owned a restaurant with her husband. The wings were originally served with celery and blue cheese dressing, which is why those ingredients are included in this pizza recipe.
Flavor profiles:
This pizza is spicy, tangy, and savory with a hint of creaminess from the ranch dressing and blue cheese.
Serving suggestions:
Serve this pizza as a main dish for dinner or as an appetizer for a party.
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