Costco Chicken Bake Copycat (Print)

Savory chicken, bacon, Caesar dressing, and cheese baked in golden dough for a delicious handheld comfort meal.

# Components:

→ Dough and Flour

01 - 1 pound prepared pizza dough
02 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour, plus more for surface

→ Chicken Filling

03 - 3 skinless, boneless chicken breasts
04 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
06 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
07 - 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 0.75 cup water, or more as needed

→ Cheese, Bacon, and Other Fillings

09 - 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
10 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
11 - 1 cup shredded Italian cheeses, divided (such as mozzarella and provolone)
12 - 0.75 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, divided

→ Sauce and Finishing

13 - 0.5 cup creamy Caesar dressing
14 - 1 large egg, beaten

# Directions:

01 - Let the pizza dough sit at room temperature for approximately 1 hour to make it easier to handle.
02 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and arrange bacon strips in a single layer. Bake for about 15 minutes until crisp. Drain on paper towels, then crumble and set aside.
03 - Season the chicken breasts with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder. Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil. Place chicken seasoned side down and sear for 5 minutes. Flip, cook 1 more minute, then add just enough water to cover the bottom of the skillet. Transfer skillet to the oven and bake at 350°F for 17-20 minutes until chicken is cooked through (internal temperature 165°F). Remove from oven, allow to cool, and chop into bite-sized pieces.
04 - Increase the oven temperature to 400°F. Line a clean baking sheet with parchment paper. Lightly flour a large work surface. Divide rested pizza dough into 3 equal portions. Roll each into a large circle about 12 to 13 inches in diameter.
05 - Spread creamy Caesar dressing evenly over each dough round, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle with approximately half the Parmesan cheese. Layer chopped chicken, crumbled bacon, green onions, and about three-quarters of the shredded Italian cheeses evenly among the portions.
06 - Fold edges of the dough slightly over the filling, then roll up tightly from the bottom to form a log. Pinch seams shut and arrange seam side down on prepared baking sheet.
07 - Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with remaining cheese. Bake at 400°F for about 20 minutes, or until golden brown and the cheese is melted.
08 - Allow bakes to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm with a side salad or dipping sauce of choice.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Easy to make at home with straightforward steps
  • Uses store-bought pizza dough for convenience
  • Perfect for meal prep and freezer-friendly
  • Tastes just like the original but you control every ingredient
  • Great for feeding a crowd or taking on the go
02 -
  • Packed with protein and satisfying flavor
  • Freezes beautifully for make-ahead meals
  • Easily adaptable for different diets
03 -
  • Letting the dough rest before rolling is not just a step it is a secret to a fluffy crust
  • Crumbled bacon sprinkled inside makes each bite a little more special
  • Do not skip brushing with egg for that real bakery shine
  • Always let baked chicken rest before slicing to keep it juicy
  • Chill bacon before crumbling for even pieces without the grease
  • Dust your counter with generous flour for easy rolling and neat chicken bakes

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