**Chicken Parmesan Calzone**
**Ingredients:**
*For the Dough:*
– 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
*For the Filling:*
– 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
– 1 cup marinara sauce
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped (optional)
*For Topping:*
– 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
– 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning (for sprinkling)
**Instructions:**
1. **Preheat Oven:**
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
2. **Prepare the Filling:**
In a bowl, mix together the cooked chicken, marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Add fresh basil if using, and stir until well combined.
3. **Roll Out the Dough:**
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a large circle or oval, about 1/4 inch thick.
4. **Fill the Calzone:**
Spoon the chicken Parmesan mixture onto one half of the dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges. Be careful not to overfill.
5. **Seal the Calzone:**
Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape. Pinch and fold the edges to seal the calzone tightly.
6. **Egg Wash and Topping:**
Brush the top of the calzone with the beaten egg. Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and a little Italian seasoning on top.
7. **Bake:**
Place the calzone on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside.
8. **Serve:**
Let the calzone cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Serve with extra marinara sauce on the side for dipping.
Enjoy your homemade Chicken Parmesan Calzone!
