Description
A better-than-store-bought version of the famous Costco Chicken Bake, made at home with fresh pizza dough, creamy Caesar dressing, juicy chicken, bacon, cheese, and green onions—all wrapped into a cheesy, golden crust.
Ingredients
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1 pound prepared pizza dough
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3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 teaspoon kosher salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1½ tablespoons olive oil
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¾ cup water, or more as needed
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1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, for dusting
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½ cup creamy Caesar dressing
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6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
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2 green onions, thinly sliced
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1 cup shredded Italian cheese blend (such as mozzarella and provolone), divided
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¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided
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1 large egg, beaten
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough & Bacon
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Let pizza dough rest at room temperature for 1 hour.
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and lay bacon slices in a single layer.
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Bake until crisp and browned, about 15 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble when cooled. Leave the oven on.
2. Cook the Chicken
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
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Heat olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
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Sear chicken (seasoned side down) for about 5 minutes, flip, and cook for 1 more minute.
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Add just enough water to cover the bottom of the skillet and transfer to the oven.
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Bake chicken until it reaches 165°F (74°C) internally, about 17–20 minutes.
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Remove from oven, cool slightly, then chop into small pieces.
3. Assemble the Chicken Bakes
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Increase oven temperature to 400°F (200°C). Line a new baking sheet with parchment.
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Lightly flour a work surface. Divide dough into 3 equal portions.
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Roll each portion into a 12–13-inch round.
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Spread Caesar dressing evenly over each circle, leaving a 1-inch border.
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Sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.
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Top evenly with chopped chicken, bacon, green onions, and remaining Italian cheese blend.
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Fold in the sides, roll from the bottom edge up, and shape into a sealed log about 12 inches long.
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Place seam-side down on prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake
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Brush tops with beaten egg. Sprinkle with reserved Italian cheese and 1 tablespoon Parmesan per roll.
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Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Let cool for a few minutes, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
Calories: 573
Total Fat: 30g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Cholesterol: 115mg
Sodium: 1194mg
Carbohydrates: 39g
Fiber: 2g
Sugars: 3g
Protein: 35g
Calcium: 266mg
Iron: 3mg
Potassium: 320mg