Description
Make an accurate replica of the popular Costco Chicken Bake at home using this detailed recipe for the creamy filling and dough preparation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cooked, shredded chicken breast
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (good quality jarred is fine)
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing (creamy style)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken, Alfredo sauce, Caesar dressing, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well until the filling is uniform and creamy.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll or stretch the pizza dough into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick. The size should allow you to fold it over the filling.
- Spoon the chicken mixture down the center third of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides.
- Fold one long side of the dough over the filling, then fold the other long side over to completely enclose the filling, creating a sealed log or roll. Pinch the seams firmly to seal.
- Carefully transfer the sealed dough log to the prepared baking sheet, seam-side down. You can gently shape it into a slight curve if desired.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the beaten egg and water to create an egg wash. Brush the entire surface of the dough generously with the egg wash.
- Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is deep golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thick portions.
Notes
- For the closest flavor match, use a Caesar dressing that contains anchovy paste.
- If your dough is too sticky, chill it for 15 minutes before rolling it out.
- You can prepare the filling up to two days ahead and store it in the refrigerator.
- For a crispier exterior, lightly brush the dough with melted butter instead of the egg wash.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 25 min
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5
- Sodium: 950
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 16
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 40
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 90