Crack Chicken Stromboli – Super easy to make with only 5 ingredients – pizza dough, chicken, cheddar, bacon, and ranch. This stuff is crave-worthy! I could eat the whole loaf myself. Great for lunch, dinner, or parties. Dip the bread in ranch, bbq sauce, honey mustard or salsa. Ready to eat in under 30 minutes!
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Stop what you are doing and make this Crack Chicken Stromboli. O-M-YUM! Tender chicken, smoky bacon, rich cheddar cheese and creamy ranch dressing, all wrapped up in a warm, golden-brown blanket of pizza dough. Every bite is a flavor explosion! The chicken and bacon provide a hearty, satisfying bite, while the cheddar cheese melts into gooey goodness. And that ranch dressing? It adds a zesty, velvety touch that elevates each mouthful into a symphony of deliciousness. Crack chicken stromboli is an irresistible treat that will have you savoring every bite, making it a must-try for any food enthusiast seeking a taste of pure comfort and culinary delight.
What does CRACK mean?
If a recipe has “crack” in the title it means that the recipe has cheddar, bacon, and ranch in the ingredients. It all started with my Crack Dip way back in 2007. I made the dip for a Titans football game. Everyone went crazy over it. We couldn’t stop eating it and said it was like crack. The name stuck.
According to the dictionary, the definition of crack is “of superior excellence or ability”. We think the flavor combination of cheddar, bacon, and ranch fits this definition! This recipe is most definitely of superior excellence!
How to Make Crack Chicken Stromboli
This stuffed bread is super easy to make with only 5 simple ingredients. In a small bowl combine shredded chicken, cooked bacon, cheddar cheese, and ranch dressing. Unroll a can of refrigerated pizza dough. Press it into a nice rectangle on a lightly floured work surface. Top the dough with the chicken mixture and roll the dough up cinnamon roll style – starting with the widest edge. Place the stromboli seam side down on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven until golden brown. Sprinkle with dried parsley. Let the bread cool for 5 or 10 minutes before using a sharp knife to cut it into slices.
Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions
- I use rotisserie chicken for the cooked chicken in this bread. You can use any shredded chicken that you have on hand.
- Here is our recipe for Slow Cooker Rotisserie Chicken: https://www.plainchicken.com/slow-cooker-rotisserie-chicken/
- Here is our recipe for Homemade Ranch Dressing made with mayonnaise, buttermilk, ranch dressing mix, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, and black pepper.: https://www.plainchicken.com/copycat-outback-ranch-dressing/
- Want to kick this up a little? Make this with our Jalapeno Ranch Dip: https://www.plainchicken.com/jalapeno-ranch-dip/
- You can substitute turkey bacon for pork bacon.
- I like to top the baked bread with extra cheese and bacon and pop it back in the oven until the cheese has melted.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
What to Serve with Crack Chicken Stuffed Bread
When it comes to choosing accompaniments for this chicken stromboli, the possibilities are endless. A crisp garden salad with fresh greens, cherry tomatoes, and a light vinaigrette dressing offers a refreshing contrast to the indulgent stromboli, providing a balance of textures and flavors. For a heartier option, consider serving it with a side of garlic buttered pasta, which complements the richness of the stromboli while adding an extra layer of comfort. Roasted or steamed vegetables, such as broccoli or asparagus, provide a nutritious and colorful addition to the meal.
We like to dunk this bread into more ranch dressing. It is also great dipped in BBQ sauce, honey mustard, or even salsa! Whether you’re sharing it as an appetizer at a game day party or as a comforting weeknight meal, crack chicken stromboli is best enjoyed warm, with friends and family gathered around, ready to savor every scrumptious bite.
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Crack Chicken Stromboli
Equipment:
Ingredients:
- 2½ cups cooked chopped chicken
- ¾ cup cooked chopped bacon
- 1¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ⅔ cup bottled ranch dressing
- 1 (13.8-oz) can refrigerated pizza dough
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 425ºF. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix together chicken, cheddar, bacon, and ranch dressing.
- Roll the pizza dough out onto the prepared baking sheet. The dough should be approximately a 15×10 rectangle.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly on top, leaving an inch at the edges to allow for spreading.
- Roll up the pizza dough, starting with the long side, and pinch the crust together to seal.
- Bake seam side down for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow the bread to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Notes:
- I used rotisserie chicken for the cooked chicken in this bread.
- Here is our recipe for Slow Cooker Rotisserie Chicken: https://www.plainchicken.com/slow-cooker-rotisserie-chicken/
- Here is our recipe for Homemade Outback Ranch Dip: https://www.plainchicken.com/copycat-outback-ranch-dressing/
- If you want to make your own ranch dressing, here is our recipe for Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-ranch-dressing-mix/
- Want to kick this up a little? Make this with our Jalapeno Ranch Dip: https://www.plainchicken.com/jalapeno-ranch-dip/
- You can substitute turkey bacon for the regular pork bacon.
- I like to top the baked bread with extra cheese and bacon and pop it back in the oven until the cheese has melted.
Steph
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Can I use mozzarella or provolone instead of cheddar?
sure
Love this recipe. Make it at least once a week. Kids really enjoy it. Thank you for sharing this recipe.
SO glad it was a hit!
This was absolutely amazing. I brushed it with a garlic, butter and Italian mixture and oh my goodness. My family enjoyed this. Thank you Stephanie!
This recipe was so easy and delicious 😋
What brand of pizza dough do you buy?
Pillsbury
Should this be rolled like a jelly roll, or should it be rolled completely around the filling like a stuffed bread?
it is stuffed bread