Chicken / Gyro Calzone Or Pizza Recipe
Choice of chicken or gyro and mozzarella cheese.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Toppings (optional)
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, dissolve the sugar in warm water. Sprinkle the yeast over the top and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Make Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- 3
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare Filling
In a mixing bowl, combine the cooked chicken or gyro meat, mozzarella cheese, red onion, bell pepper, garlic powder, oregano, black pepper, and salt to taste. Mix well.
Assembly and Baking
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- 7
Shape Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it in half. Roll out each half into a circle about 12 inches in diameter.
- 8
Fill Calzone/Pizza
Place half of the filling on one half of each dough circle, leaving a border around the edge. Fold the other half over the filling and crimp the edges to seal.
- 9
Brush and Top
If desired, brush the tops with olive oil and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese.
- 10
Bake
Place the calzones or pizzas on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- 11
Garnish
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.