These Buffalo Chicken Pizza Roll-Ups are the perfect mash-up of pizza night and game day snacks. Loaded with shredded chicken, spicy buffalo sauce, melty cheese, and a drizzle of ranch or blue cheese dressing, they’re rolled in pizza dough and baked until golden brown.
They’re easy to make, deliciously cheesy, and guaranteed to be a hit at family dinners, parties, or whenever you’re craving bold buffalo chicken flavor in bite-sized form.
Ingredients
- 1 can refrigerated pizza dough (or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 1/2 cup buffalo wing sauce (adjust to spice level)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup ranch or blue cheese dressing
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
- 1 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
Preparation Steps
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2: Mix Chicken and Sauce
- In a bowl, toss shredded chicken with buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
Step 3: Roll Out the Dough
- Unroll pizza dough on a lightly floured surface. Spread chicken mixture evenly across the dough, leaving 1-inch border on edges. Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
Step 4: Roll and Slice
- Roll dough tightly into a log. Slice into 10–12 even pieces. Place slices flat on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 5: Bake
- Brush tops with melted butter. Bake for 15–18 minutes, until golden brown and cheese is bubbling.
Step 6: Garnish and Serve
- Drizzle with ranch or blue cheese dressing and sprinkle with green onions before serving.
Variation
- Extra Spicy: Add jalapeños or use extra-hot buffalo sauce.
- BBQ Chicken Roll-Ups: Replace buffalo sauce with BBQ sauce.
- Veggie Loaded: Add diced bell peppers or spinach with the chicken.
- Cheesy Supreme: Use a 3-cheese blend like mozzarella, Colby Jack, and provolone.
Cooking Notes
- Use rotisserie chicken for a quick prep.
- Seal edges of the dough roll well to prevent filling from spilling.
- Bake on parchment for easy cleanup.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve as a game day snack with celery and carrot sticks.
- Pair with ranch or blue cheese dip for extra flavor.
- Great as a quick weeknight dinner with a side salad.
Tips
- Chill dough log for 10 minutes before slicing to keep neat rolls.
- Use string cheese sticks in the center for extra gooey filling.
- Double the recipe for parties—it goes fast!
Prep Time / Cooking Time / Total Time
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: ~33 minutes
Nutritional Info (per roll, approx. 12 servings)
- Calories: 190
- Protein: 10g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 470mg
FAQs
Q1: Can I make Buffalo Chicken Pizza Roll-Ups ahead of time?
- Yes, assemble rolls and refrigerate unbaked for up to 24 hours. Bake when ready to serve.
Q2: Can I freeze them?
- Yes, freeze unbaked rolls on a tray, then store in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Bake straight from frozen, adding 5 minutes.
Q3: Can I use crescent roll dough instead of pizza dough?
- Yes, crescent dough works and makes softer, flakier rolls.
Q4: What dipping sauces go best?
- Ranch, blue cheese dressing, or even extra buffalo sauce.
Q5: Can I make these vegetarian?
- Yes, substitute shredded chicken with buffalo cauliflower or a plant-based chicken alternative.
Conclusion
These Buffalo Chicken Pizza Roll-Ups are cheesy, spicy, and fun to eat—everything you love about buffalo chicken wings and pizza rolled into one easy recipe. Perfect for parties, game nights, or weeknight dinners, they’re a flavorful crowd-pleaser that’s ready in no time.