Description
Costco chicken bake brings restaurant-style comfort straight to home kitchens with crispy golden crust and savory filling. Packed with tender chicken, melted cheese, and signature bacon bits, this copycat recipe delivers all the classic flavors you crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 large chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
- 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
Cheeses and Dressing:
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup (118 milliliters) Caesar dressing
Dough and Seasonings:
- 1 package pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Craft a robust foundation by transforming chicken breasts into tender, shredded morsels through grilling, baking, or sautéing until perfectly cooked. Render bacon into crispy fragments within a skillet, then meticulously fragment into diminutive pieces.
- Orchestrate a flavor symphony by amalgamating shredded chicken, crumbled bacon, mozzarella, and Parmesan cheeses within a spacious mixing vessel. Infuse the mixture with Caesar dressing and a harmonious blend of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Integrate ingredients thoroughly until uniformly combined.
- Unleash culinary potential by expanding pizza dough across a flour-dusted surface into a rectangular canvas approximately 12×8 inches. Distribute the savory chicken and bacon compilation centrally, preserving a modest perimeter around the edges.
- Architect the bundle by gracefully folding dough sides over the filling, then elegantly sealing terminal ends to form a compact rectangular configuration. Position the creation seam-side downward on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Enhance visual appeal by delicately brushing the exterior with olive oil, promising a golden, crisp exterior. Activate oven at 375°F and transform the creation through 20-25 minutes of radiant heat, achieving a burnished surface and molten cheese interior.
- Conclude the culinary journey by allowing momentary cooling before slicing. Present as a standalone delicacy or accompany with a verdant salad for a complete gastronomic experience.
Notes
- Achieve golden perfection by brushing olive oil generously on the dough surface, creating a crispy, appetizing exterior.
- Customize protein options by substituting chicken with turkey, pulled pork, or plant-based alternatives for diverse dietary needs.
- Control moisture levels by draining excess liquid from chicken and bacon to prevent soggy dough and maintain structural integrity.
- Enhance flavor depth by experimenting with different cheese combinations like smoked gouda or sharp cheddar for unique taste profiles.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 980 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 34 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg