If the question arose where we were asked about our favorite, go-to pizza…this Sheet Pan Buffalo Chicken Pizza would take the cake. It’s crispy, cheesy, fluffy, and of course, spicy. One bite, and you’ll understand what we’re talking about.
Whenever new guests visit for dinner, it’s a no-brainer on what we’re planning on serving them. There really isn’t an easier recipe to concoct (or a bigger crowdpleaser, trust us)! Just arrange, pop in the oven for 15 minutes – turning halfway through, slice, and watch the pieces disappear. Before you know it, the sheet pan will clean itself off!
We recommend enjoying this alongside a glass of red wine and a cozy evening. Although it’s great for a crowd, it’s especially satisfying to enjoy with a small group, or by yourself (even better).
Enjoy!
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb pizza dough
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- 1-2 cloves garlic, grated
- 1/2-1 tsp fennel seeds
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
- 1 cup shredded whole milk mozzarella
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan or asiago cheese
- ranch, for topping
For the Buffalo Sauce
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (we like Frank's Red Hot)
- 1/2 cup olive oil or melted butter
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Position the oven rack in the upper 1/3 portion of your oven. Preheat the oven to 500° F. for at least 30 minutes before baking, preferably 1-2 hours ahead. If you have a baking stone, start preheating it.
- Place the pizza dough on a lightly oiled quarter sheet pan. Gently press the dough until it covers most of the sheet pan. Cover and let sit while you prep the pizza.
- In a bowl, combine the chicken, buffalo sauce, chives, parsley, and dill.
- To make the herb seasoning. In a bowl, combine the cilantro/parsley, 1-2 cloves grated garlic, fennel seeds, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- To assemble. Grab the dough and spread on the ranch, you may not need it all. Add a drizzle of buffalo sauce if you'd like, then layer on the chicken and cheeses. Sprinkle the herb seasoning over top.
- Slide into the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes, rotate the pizza, and bake another 3-5 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese has melted. Top the pizza with fresh cilantro, additional buffalo sauce and/or ranch. ENJOY!
For the Buffalo Sauce
- Mix 1/2 cup hot sauce, 1/2 cup olive oil or melted butter, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon smoked, paprika, and a 1/2 teaspoon each onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a glass jar or measuring cup.
