Touchdown Pizza Recipe

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Touchdown Pizza is the ultimate game-day appetizer, combining the bold flavors of Buffalo chicken with the cheesy goodness of pizza. Inspired by a favorite sports pub dish, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for sharing. Serve with ranch dressing, celery, and carrot sticks for an authentic experience.

Ingredients

Yields: 6 servings (1 14-inch pizza)

  • 1 (14-ounce) package prebaked pizza crust (such as Boboli®)
  • 1 cup diced cooked chicken breast
  • 3 tablespoons Buffalo wing sauce
  • 1/2 cup Buffalo wing sauce
  • 1 (4-ounce) package crumbled blue cheese
  • 1 stalk celery, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set the oven to 475°F (245°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  2. Prepare Chicken: In a bowl, mix the diced chicken with 3 tablespoons of Buffalo wing sauce until evenly coated.
  3. Assemble Pizza:
    • Place the pizza crust on the prepared baking sheet.
    • Spread 1/2 cup of Buffalo wing sauce evenly over the crust.
    • Sprinkle crumbled blue cheese over the sauce.
    • Distribute the coated chicken evenly on the pizza.
    • Add sliced celery for a fresh crunch.
    • Top with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  4. Bake: Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 12 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and the pizza is cooked through.
  5. Cool & Serve: Let the pizza cool for about 5 minutes before cutting into squares. Serve with ranch dressing, celery sticks, or carrot sticks.

Tips & Variations

  • Crust Options: Try using fresh pizza dough, Pillsbury crust, or a thin-crust variation for a different texture.
  • Sauce Adjustments: To tone down the heat, mix Buffalo sauce with ranch dressing before spreading it on the crust.
  • Cheese Substitutes: If blue cheese is too strong for your taste, swap it for feta or extra mozzarella.
  • Extra Toppings: Add red onions, green onions, or bell peppers for more flavor.
  • Cooking Method: For extra crispiness, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes after baking.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. Can I make this pizza ahead of time?

A: Yes! Assemble the pizza up to a few hours ahead, cover, and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.

2. What is the best Buffalo sauce to use?

A: Frank’s RedHot, Louisiana Wing Sauce, or homemade Buffalo sauce all work great. Adjust for spice level.

3. Can I use rotisserie chicken?

A: Absolutely! Rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut and adds extra flavor.

4. What’s a good dipping sauce?

A: Ranch or blue cheese dressing pairs perfectly with this pizza.

5. Can I make this on a grill?

A: Yes! Cook on a pizza stone over indirect heat at about 400°F for 10-12 minutes until the cheese is bubbly.

Enjoy your Touchdown Pizza and make every game day a delicious one!

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