This Chicken Bacon Ranch Stromboli takes the mouthwatering flavors of a favorite deli sandwich and rolls them into a fun, shareable roll. Tender chicken, smoky bacon, creamy ranch dressing and gooey melted cheese, all rolled up in golden pizza dough, make this stromboli a win for family dinners, parties and game days. A crispiness from the Parmesan-topped crust provides a finishing flourish of flavor, and also optional green onions bring in a fresh, sharp note. Customizable, easy to make and an absolute crowd-pleaser, this stromboli combines comforting flavors with a bit of indulgence.
Why You’re Going To Love This Chicken Bacon Ranch Stromboli:
This recipe is a fun twist on old school flavors everyone will love. Here’s what sets it apart:
Flavor Bomb: Yes, ranch dressing, bacon, chicken and cheese — this bad boy delivers an irresistibly savory, creamy, slightly smoky wallop.
Convenient: The pizza dough you buy in stores is easily slapped together, and the ingredients are simple and readily available.
Good for pretty much any occasion: For a family dinner, weekend lunch or party appetizer, this stromboli is simple to serve and easy to dig into.
Kid-Friendly: It contains all the comforting ingredients kids love like chicken, bacon, cheese then it’s a kid-approved meal and it’s great for picky eaters.
Flexible: The filling ingredients can be tailored to taste, so it’s interactive and a little bit special.
Key Ingredients:
Every element in this recipe contributes to the right texture and flavor. Here’s a closer look at what you’ll require:
Pizza Dough: The base of the stromboli, for a soft, chewy inside and a golden, crisp outside. You can use either store-bought or homemade pizza dough, as you like.
Cooked Chicken Breast: Stirred in shredded or chopped, this adds protein and a savory foundation to the filling. This is great with rotisserie, grilled or roasted chicken.
Bacon bits: Crispy add-on giving a smokiness to the ranch dressing creaminess. For a less fatty option, turkey bacon can also be used here.
Ranch Dressing: Works as a base sauce, introducing a tangy, herby flavor that makes for a really distinctive stromboli compared to more traditional recipes.
Mozzarella Cheese: For that classic and gooey stretchy cheese pull. Or use a mozzarella-cheddar blend for more flavor.
Parmesan Cheese: For garnish, lending a sharp and nutty flavor on top and crisping into a slightly crunchy crust with the olive oil.
Green Onions (Optional): The tiny bit of freshness and a touch of bite these provide really make the filling. If not, you can leave them out.
Olive Oil: Brushed on top of dough to add shine and help the Parmesan stick.
Salt and Pepper: Season to Taste, Bringing out the Chicken and Bacon Flavors.
All-Purpose Flour: For dusting the work surface as you roll out the dough, to keep it from sticking.