Description
Delicious homemade Cheesy BBQ Chicken Pizza Rolls featuring a soft, fluffy dough filled with flavorful BBQ sauce, shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, and optional red onion. These rolls are perfect as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, snack, or party food baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 packet instant yeast (about 2 ¼ teaspoons)
- ¾ cup warm water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Filling Ingredients
- 1 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for serving
- 2 cups cooked and shredded chicken
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup diced red onion (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Add the warm water and olive oil, and stir until a dough forms.
- Knead the Dough: Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic. Then, let it rest for 10 minutes to allow some initial rising.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll the dough into a 14×9 inch rectangle, ensuring an even thickness.
- Add the Filling: Spread 1 cup of BBQ sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent overflow.
- Distribute the Toppings: Evenly sprinkle the shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, and diced red onion (if using) over the BBQ sauce layer.
- Roll and Cut: Starting from the long edge, carefully roll the dough tightly into a log shape to enclose the filling completely.
- Slice into Rolls: Cut the rolled log into 12 equal pieces, ensuring uniform size for even baking.
- Let Rolls Rise: Place the rolls cut-side up into a greased baking dish, cover loosely with a cloth or plastic wrap, and let them rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes until puffed.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the pizza rolls for 25 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve the rolls warm with extra BBQ sauce for dipping to enhance the smoky, cheesy flavors.
Notes
- Allow the dough sufficient time to rest and rise for a soft, fluffy texture.
- Use warm water to activate the yeast properly for better dough rise.
- Optional red onion adds a nice sharpness; omit if preferred.
- For extra flavor, you can add chopped cilantro or green onions on top before baking.
- Make sure to cut rolls evenly for consistent baking results.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat before serving.
