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Baked Chicken Pizza Bites

Crispy, golden baked dough bites filled with creamy, seasoned chicken, topped with ketchup and black olives. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or a delicious savory snack.

Preparation
90 minutes
Cooking
10-15 minutes
Total
105 minutes
Servings
4-6
Golden baked chicken pizza bites filled with seasoned chicken and peppers, topped with black olive slices, served on a ceramic plate.

Ingredients

FOR THE CHICKEN FILLING

  • oil — 2 tbsp
  • medium onion, finely chopped — 1
  • medium capsicum, finely chopped — 1
  • boiled chicken, shredded — 400 g
  • flour — 2 tbsp
  • milk — ½ cup
  • chicken stock — ½ cup
  • salt, or to taste — 1 tsp
  • black pepper powder — 1 tsp
  • red chilli flakes — 1 tsp
  • oregano — 1 tsp
  • garlic powder — 1 tsp
  • mayonnaise — 6 tbsp
  • mozzarella cheese — 1 cup

FOR THE DOUGH

  • flour — 2 cups
  • sugar — 1 tsp
  • salt — 1 tsp
  • oil — 2 tbsp
  • yeast — 1 tbsp
  • Warm water, as needed to make a soft dough

FOR THE TOPPING

  • Ketchup, as needed
  • Black olives, as needed (one per bite)

Directions

  1. Step 1: Sauté the Vegetables

    Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a pan. Add the chopped onion and capsicum. Cook for 2–3 minutes until slightly softened.

  2. Step 2: Add the Chicken

    Add the boiled, shredded chicken and mix well with the vegetables.

  3. Step 3: Add Flour

    Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the chicken mixture. Stir continuously for 1–2 minutes.

  4. Step 4: Add Milk and Chicken Stock

    Gradually pour in the milk and chicken stock while stirring. Cook until the mixture thickens.

  5. Step 5: Season the Filling

    Add salt, black pepper, red chilli flakes, oregano and garlic powder. Mix well and cook until the filling becomes thick and creamy.

  6. Step 6: Add Mayonnaise

    Turn off the heat and let the filling cool slightly. Add mayonnaise and mix well. Allow the filling to cool completely before using.

  7. Step 7: Prepare the Dough

    In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, salt and yeast. Add the oil and enough warm water to make a soft dough. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth.

  8. Step 8: Let the Dough Rise

    Cover the dough and leave it in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size.

  9. Step 9: Roll and Cut

    Roll the risen dough into a thin sheet on a lightly floured surface. Using a knife, cut it into equal-sized squares.

  10. Step 10: Add Ketchup

    Spread a little ketchup in the centre of each dough square.

  11. Step 11: Add the Chicken & Cheese Filling

    Place a portion of the prepared chicken and cheese filling over the ketchup in the centre of each square.

  12. Step 12: Fold the Corners

    Fold the left and right corners of each square upwards towards the centre to create a decorative, open box shape. Gently press the folds to help them stay in place.

  13. Step 13: Add Black Olives

    Place one black olive on top of each bite, near the folded corners.

  14. Step 14: Bake

    Arrange the bites on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 15–20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and fully cooked.

  15. Step 15: Serve

    Remove from the oven and allow the bites to cool slightly. Serve warm with ketchup or garlic mayonnaise.

Tips for Perfect Baked Chicken Bites

  • Keep the chicken filling thick and creamy so it stays inside the dough bites during baking.
  • Allow the chicken filling to cool completely before assembling the bites to help prevent the dough from becoming soggy.
  • Cook the onion and capsicum until slightly softened before adding the chicken for a flavorful filling.
  • Add the milk and chicken stock gradually while stirring to prevent lumps from forming in the sauce.
  • Mix the mayonnaise into the filling after removing it from the heat, once the mixture has cooled slightly.
  • Use warm, not hot, water when preparing the yeast dough to help the yeast work properly.
  • Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, then cover and let it rise until doubled in size.
  • Roll the dough evenly so the bites cook at a similar rate and develop a golden-brown exterior.
  • Avoid overfilling the dough squares, and press the folded corners gently into place to help hold the filling.
  • Leave a little space between the bites on the baking tray to allow heat to circulate evenly.
  • Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.
  • Watch the bites toward the end of baking, as smaller pieces may cook faster than larger ones.
  • Let the bites cool slightly before serving, and enjoy them warm with ketchup or garlic mayonnaise.