Baked Chicken Alfredo Calzones (Full Recipe)
Baked Chicken Alfredo Calzones are the ultimate comfort food—soft pizza dough folded around a rich, creamy Alfredo filling loaded with tender chicken and gooey mozzarella. These calzones are perfect for family dinners, weekend treats, or make-ahead meals. Baked instead of fried, they’re lighter yet still indulgent, with a crisp golden crust and a creamy, savory center that makes every bite irresistible.
Prep Time
25 minutes
Bake Time
15–18 minutes
Total Time
40–45 minutes
Servings
4 large calzones
Ingredients
For the Calzones
1 lb (450 g) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
1½ cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp Italian seasoning
¼ tsp black pepper
Salt to taste
For Brushing
2 tbsp melted butter or olive oil
½ tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)
Optional for Serving
Extra Alfredo sauce or marinara for dipping
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 220°C / 425°F.
Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Prepare the Filling
In a bowl, combine:
Cooked chicken
Alfredo sauce
Mozzarella cheese
Parmesan cheese
Garlic powder
Italian seasoning
Black pepper and salt
Mix until creamy and well combined.
Divide the Dough
Lightly flour your surface.
Divide pizza dough into 4 equal portions and roll each into a 6–7 inch circle.
Fill the Calzones
Spoon the chicken Alfredo filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
Fold & Seal
Fold dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape.
Press edges together and crimp with a fork to seal tightly.
Brush & Vent
Mix melted butter with garlic powder.
Brush over calzones and sprinkle with parsley.
Cut 2–3 small slits on top to release steam.
Bake
Place calzones on prepared tray and bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
Rest & Serve
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with extra Alfredo or marinara sauce.
Pro Tips
- Don’t overfill—this prevents leaking
- Use rotisserie chicken for quick prep
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor
- Freeze unbaked calzones for later use
Variations
- Spicy: Add chili flakes or jalapeños
- Cheesy: Mix in ricotta or cream cheese
- Low-Carb: Use low-carb pizza dough
- Garlic Lovers: Add roasted garlic to the filling
Final Thoughts
These Baked Chicken Alfredo Calzones are creamy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and incredibly satisfying. Whether for dinner, lunchboxes, or entertaining guests, they’re guaranteed to be a hit every time.