2 c shredded mozzarella cheese or provolone cheese .
cornmeal, for dusting .
1 tbsp red wine vinegar .
2 tbsps worcestershire sauce .
peanut oil or vegetable oil, for frying .
1/2-1 c hot sauce .
onion powder, to taste .
garlic powder, to taste .
1-2 c buttermilk, for marinating (optional) .
1 lb chicken breasts or chicken tenders .
1/4 c grated parmesan cheese (or to taste) .
1-2 tsp red pepper flakes (or to taste) .
2 tbsps italian seasoning .
extra virgin olive oil, for brushing .
1-2 tbsp butter .
2 (1 lb) packages of put in the fridged pizza dough .
1 c flour, seasoned
Directions
Step #1 Cut chicken into small pieces, about 1/2 inch.
Step #2 Place in resealable bag with buttermilk (if using) for 2 hrs up to 24 hrs.
Step #3 Spice up flour with spices of your choice (I use liberal amounts of salt, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, ground mustard, chili powder, paprika, & cayenne pepper).
Step #4 Remove chicken from buttermilk, & season this with salt & pepper.
Step #5 Pour peanut oil or vegetable oil to depth of about two inches in large cast iron skillet; heat to 350 degrees.
Step #6 Dredge chicken pieces in seasoned flour & fry in hot oil in batches about 4 mins or until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
Step #7 Mix together hot sauce, worcestershire, red wine vinegar, & butter in small saucepan until incorporated & heated through.
Step #8 After all chicken is fried & drained, place chicken in hot sauce mixture.
Step #9 Preheat oven according to package directions for pizza dough (usually about 400F degrees).
Step #10 Dust work surface & hands with cornmeal.
Step #11 Also dust a large baking sheet with cornmeal.
Step #12 Unroll pizza dough onto work surface, making sure to pinch together any parts of the dough that have torn.
Step #13 Cut dough in half lenghwise & crosswise to make four smaller equal size rectangles.
Step #14 Place thin layer of cheese (shredded mozz or provolone) on each rectangle, making sure to leave a one-inch border on all sides.
Step #15 Then place a thin layer of buffalo chicken pieces on each rectangle, again being mindful of the border on all sides.
Step #16 CAREFULLY roll each rectangle, beginning from the short side, folding sides underneath & pressing to set.
Step #17 *It's important that all the edges are sealed*.
Step #18 Place each stromboli on the cornmeal-dusted baking sheet.
Step #19 Repeat with remaining tube of dough.
Step #20 Make topping: mix together grated parm, red pepper flakes, sesame seeds, Italian seasoning, garlic powder & onion powder.
Step #21 Brush each stromboli with a light coating of extra virgin olive oil & sprinkle on the topping mixture, making sure to pat/press it in carefully.
Step #22 Bake until evenly golden, about 15-20 mins.
Step #23 Serve with ranch or bleu cheese dressing for dipping.