Description
This delicious stromboli recipe features a crispy pizza crust rolled around a savory mixture of shredded chicken, ham, and Swiss cheese, all enhanced with Dijon mustard and a flavorful garlic-parsley Panko topping. Baked to a golden brown perfection, this stromboli makes a perfect hearty appetizer or main dish that’s easy to prepare and customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 refrigerated pizza crust
Filling
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1/2 cup ham, thinly sliced
- 1 cup Swiss cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
Topping
- 1/2 cup Panko breadcrumbs
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp butter, melted
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prepare for baking the stromboli.
- Roll out crust: Roll out the refrigerated pizza crust onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out evenly.
- Spread mustard: Evenly spread the Dijon mustard over the pizza crust, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges to help with sealing.
- Add fillings: Layer the shredded chicken, thinly sliced ham, and shredded Swiss cheese evenly over the mustard-covered crust to build flavor.
- Roll and seal: Carefully roll up the pizza crust starting from one of the longer sides, then pinch the edges tightly to seal the stromboli and prevent filling from spilling out during baking.
- Brush with egg wash: Brush the beaten egg over the top of the stromboli to give it a golden color and help the topping stick.
- Prepare topping: In a small bowl, mix the Panko breadcrumbs, melted butter, garlic powder, and dried parsley together, then sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the stromboli.
- Bake: Bake the stromboli in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until it turns golden brown and is cooked through.
- Cool and serve: Allow the stromboli to cool for a few minutes on a wire rack, then slice into portions and serve warm.
Notes
- For a different flavor, substitute mozzarella cheese for Swiss and add sliced avocado for creaminess.
- To add heat, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the mustard before layering the fillings.
- Using pre-cooked rotisserie chicken can save prep time.
- Ensure edges are well sealed to prevent leakage during baking.
- Allow stromboli to cool slightly before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: stromboli, pizza crust, chicken stromboli, ham and cheese stromboli, baked stromboli, easy dinner, Italian-American recipe
