I’m super excited to share one of my favorite things in the whole world….the calzone! I’m a huge carbolic so anytime you wrap anything up in dough and bake it….I’m there. And these easy to make Chicken Cordon Bleu Calzones will not disappoint. Anyone….anywhere.
If you’re not familiar with Chicken Cordon Bleu, it’s basically a chicken breast stuffed with ham and swiss before being baked and devoured. I just went one step further and stuffed it into my homemade pizza dough stromboli style making it absolutely perfect for game day. You can even freeze them after assembly for an easy weeknight dinner. Leftover chicken from your Sunday dinner or a rotisserie chicken make this even quicker to throw together.
These couldn’t be easier to make. I start by dividing my dough up into four equal pieces before, carefully, stretching the dough into an oval shape. (Be sure to handle with care so you don’t tear a hole in the dough.)
Brush the dough with a bit of dijon mustard leaving a 1 inch border around the edges. If you spread too much mustard and cover the whole surface, the dough won’t seal and the filling will leak all over the place.
Layer your cheese, ham and shredded chicken over the dough….leaving that one inch border around the edge of the dough.
Fold the dough over to create a half moon and seal the edges by pinching them together with your fingers. You can also use a fork to press the dough together.
Place the calzones on a baking sheet dusted with cornmeal, the cornmeal prevents sticking and gives the dough a crisp texture.
Brush the surface of your calzones with lightly beaten egg before baking in a 425 degree oven for 12-15 minutes.
This recipe for Chicken Cordon Bleu Calzones makes 4 big, beefy calzones that could easily serve two people. Unless they have a hearty appetite. Cut them in half before serving and watch that melty cheese ooze out. Serve with a light salad and devour.
Here are a few more easy Italian inspired recipes you may love:
Pizza Pinwheels by RecipeGirl Grilled Philly Cheesesteak Pizza by The Suburban Soapbox Chicken Parmesan Calzones by Dinner Dishes and Dessert Italian Sausage and Mozzarella Calzones by Lovely Little Kitchen
