Cheesy BBQ Chicken Cheese Stromboli Recipe
This Cheesy BBQ Chicken Cheese Stromboli is a deliciously indulgent twist on traditional stromboli, featuring tender shredded rotisserie chicken, melted provolone, sautéed red onions, and smoky barbecue sauce all rolled in a golden, crispy pizza dough crust. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or main dish, it’s easy to assemble and baked to perfection for a gooey, flavorful bite every time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Stromboli Dough and Coating
- 1 batch Pizza Dough (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 large Egg (beaten)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (or olive oil)
Filling
- 1 medium Red Onion (sautéed)
- 2 cups Rotisserie Chicken (shredded)
- 1 cup Provolone Cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup Barbecue Sauce (plus additional 1/2 cup for dipping)
- 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare the Pan: Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper to ensure easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
- Sauté the Onions: In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter, then add the sliced red onion. Sauté until the onions become soft and fragrant, which should take about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a rectangular shape, large enough to hold the filling comfortably in the center.
- Layer Cheese: Spread the shredded provolone cheese evenly along the center lengthwise strip of the dough, which will act as the base for your filling.
- Prepare and Add Filling: In a bowl, combine the shredded rotisserie chicken, sautéed onions, and 1/2 cup barbecue sauce. Mix thoroughly, then spread this mixture evenly over the provolone cheese on the dough.
- Roll and Seal the Stromboli: Carefully roll the dough tightly from the filled side, sealing the seams and tucking the ends neatly to prevent filling leakage during baking.
- Brush and Season: Brush the entire rolled stromboli with the beaten egg to give it a golden shine when baked. Sprinkle evenly with Italian seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese for added flavor and texture.
- Score the Dough: Use a sharp knife to make diagonal slits on top of the dough log to allow steam to escape and to create an attractive appearance once baked.
- Bake: Place the stromboli on the prepared baking tray and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the stromboli from the oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly. Slice into portions and serve warm with additional barbecue sauce for dipping.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken speeds up prep time, but you can substitute with leftover cooked chicken or freshly cooked chicken breast.
- For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of garlic powder or smoked paprika to the filling mixture.
- Ensure the dough is sealed tightly to prevent barbecue chicken juices from leaking during baking.
- You can prepare the stromboli in advance and refrigerate before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
- This stromboli freezes well; wrap tightly in foil before freezing and bake from frozen, adding extra cooking time.
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