Easy Homemade Costco Chicken Bake (Print version)
A crisp, cheesy copycat Costco chicken bake made with pizza dough, chicken, bacon, Caesar dressing, and mozzarella.
# Ingredients:
For the chicken bakes
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1 lb (450 g) pizza dough, at room temperature
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2 cups (280 g) cooked chicken, chopped
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6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and chopped
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1/2 cup (120 ml) creamy Caesar dressing, plus 1 tablespoon for brushing
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1 1/2 cups (170 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
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1/2 cup (45 g) grated Parmesan cheese, divided
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1 tablespoon olive oil, optional for brushing
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All-purpose flour, for rolling
# Instructions:
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Heat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Let the pizza dough sit at room temperature until pliable.
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In a bowl, combine the chicken, bacon, Caesar dressing, mozzarella, 1/4 cup Parmesan, and black pepper. Stir until coated but not wet.
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Divide the dough into 4 pieces. On a lightly floured surface, roll each piece into a 6x8-inch rectangle.
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Spoon one-quarter of the filling down the center of each rectangle. Fold in the short ends, roll tightly from a long side, and pinch the seam closed.
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Place the rolls seam-side down on the baking sheet. Brush with Caesar dressing or olive oil and sprinkle with the remaining Parmesan.
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Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and firm. Rest for 5 minutes before serving.
# Good to know:
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Best served hot after a 5-minute rest.
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Use room-temperature dough for easier rolling and fewer tears.
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If cooking chicken from raw, cook poultry to 165°F before using it in the filling.