If you’ve ever wondered what happens when takeout meets pizza night, this General Tso’s Chicken Pizza is your answer. It’s bold, comforting, and completely crave-worthy. The sweet and spicy kick from InnovAsian’s General Tso’s Chicken pairs perfectly with creamy homemade ranch, gooey mozzarella, and crisp-tender veggies on a golden, chewy crust. It’s the kind of recipe that turns an ordinary night into something a little more exciting—and it all comes together faster than ordering delivery.

Why You’re Going to Love This Recipe

• Sweet meets savory: The balance of General Tso’s tangy sauce, creamy ranch, and melted cheese is unbeatable.
• Quick and easy: Using InnovAsian’s ready-to-cook chicken makes prep effortless without sacrificing flavor.
• Perfect for pizza night: It’s a fun twist on tradition that everyone will want a second slice of.
• Customizable: Add more veggies, drizzle extra sauce, or switch up the cheese—make it your own.

Ingredients

Pizza

• Pizza dough
• InnovAsian General Tso’s Chicken
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• Broccoli florets
• Red onion, thinly sliced

Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

• Mayo
• Sour cream
• Buttermilk
• Chives
• Lemon juice
• Parsley
• Onion powder
• Garlic powder
• Salt
• Pepper
• Sugar

Garnish

• Parsley, chopped

How to Make It

Step 1: Make the Buttermilk Ranch
In a bowl, mix together mayo, sour cream, buttermilk, chives, lemon juice, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and sugar until smooth. Place it in the fridge to chill while you prepare the pizza.

Step 2: Prepare the General Tso’s Chicken
Cook InnovAsian’s General Tso’s Chicken according to the package instructions in the air fryer. Warm the included sauce in the microwave in short intervals, reserving a bit for garnish later. Once the chicken is cooked, cut it into bite-sized pieces and toss it in the warm sauce.

Step 3: Assemble the Pizza
Preheat your oven to 425°F.
Grease a 12-inch pizza pan, then stretch your dough evenly across it. Spread a layer of homemade ranch over the dough, followed by shredded mozzarella. Top with the saucy chicken pieces, broccoli florets, and red onion slices.

Step 4: Bake to Perfection
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.

Step 5: Garnish and Serve
Finish with a drizzle of the reserved sauce and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Slice and enjoy while hot.

Storage and Reheating

Store any leftover slices in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in an air fryer or oven at 350°F for 3–5 minutes to bring back that perfect crisp crust and melty cheese. Avoid microwaving if you can—it softens the crust.

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General Tso’s Chicken Pizza

There’s something undeniably fun about turning takeout favorites into comfort food creations, and this General Tso’s Chicken Pizza does exactly that. Imagine crispy, saucy bites of InnovAsian’s General Tso’s Chicken layered over creamy homemade ranch, melted mozzarella, tender broccoli, and sweet red onions. Every slice delivers the perfect mix of sweet heat and cheesy indulgence, all on a golden crust that’s crisp on the outside and soft in the center. It’s a little bit takeout, a little bit pizza night, and completely irresistible.

Course Main Course

Cuisine American, Asian, Italian

Keyword chicken, pizza, takeout

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 4 people

Author kingcooks

Equipment

• 12 inch pan

Ingredients

• 1 8oz ball of pizza dough can be store bought or homemade
• 1 18oz box of InnovAsian General Tso’s Chicken
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
• 1/2 cup broccoli florets
• 1/2 cup red onion thinly sliced

Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

• 1/2 cup mayo
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 2 tsp chives dried or fresh
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp parsley dried or fresh
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 1/2 tsp sugar

Garnish

• Parsley chopped

Instructions

Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

• In a large bowl add all ingredients listed under “Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing” and mix. Once thoroughly combined, set in the fridge until you’re ready to serve.

General Tso’s Chicken

• Arrange the prepared chicken pieces in the air fryer tray or basket and follow the cooking instructions included in the packaging.
• While those cook, grab the sweet and spicy asian-style bbq sauce and empty it into a microwave-safe container. Microwave in 10 second intervals until warm. Reserve 1/4 of the sauce for later.
• Once cooked, cut into bite sized pieces and toss the chicken in the remaining sauce.

Assemble

• Preheat oven to 425F.
• Add the pizza dough to a greased 12 inch pan and stretch out to the edges. Spread out an even layer of the homemade ranch dressing, followed by shredded mozzarella, the bite sized pieces of chicken, broccoli florets and slices of red onion.
• Bake in the over for 10-12 minutes. Cook until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
• Garnish with the reserved asian-style bbq sauce and chopped parsley. Enjoy!

Two Classics Become One
Craving something cheesy crispy and wildly satisfying? These Pepperoni Pizza Mozzarella Sticks are your next must-make snack. Loaded with gooey cheese and packed with bold pepperoni flavor every bite delivers that classic pizza magic in crunchy handheld form. Whether you’re entertaining friends or indulging solo this is finger food that feels like a full-on experience.

Why You’re Going to Love This Recipe

• It combines two classic comfort foods into one irresistible snack
• Crispy on the outside gooey and flavorful on the inside
• Great for parties game day or anytime cravings hit
• Make ahead and freeze for quick-fry convenience
• Pairs perfectly with pizza sauce for dipping

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Filling
Cream cheese creates a smooth creamy base
Mini or diced pepperoni adds bold meaty flavor
Shredded mozzarella brings that melty stretchy texture
Garlic oregano salt and pepper give it that classic pizzeria flair
Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness

For the Breading
Panko breadcrumbs deliver an extra crispy coating
Parmesan cheese boosts the flavor
Salt and black pepper round it out

For the Egg Wash
Eggs and water help the breadcrumbs stick
This double-dip method ensures a thick even crust

For Frying and Garnish
Canola oil for frying
Fresh parsley and grated Parmesan to finish
Pizza sauce for dipping

How to Make Pepperoni Pizza Mozzarella Sticks (WATCH HERE)

Prepare the Filling
In a large bowl mix together the cream cheese pepperoni mozzarella herbs and spices until fully combined. Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined sheet pan and smooth it into an even layer. Freeze for a couple of hours until the mixture is firm and easy to cut.

Set Up Your Dredging Station
Mix your panko breadcrumbs Parmesan salt and pepper in one bowl. In another bowl whisk together your eggs and water for the egg wash.

Assemble and Fry
Once the filling is firm cut it into uniform sticks. Dip each piece in the egg wash then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture. Repeat this step for a second coating pressing the breadcrumbs on firmly so they adhere.
Heat your oil to the right temperature and fry the sticks in batches until they’re golden brown and crispy.

Serve and Enjoy
Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley. Serve hot with a side of warm pizza sauce for dipping.

Make Ahead Tips
You can fully bread the sticks and freeze them until you’re ready to fry. No need to thaw just fry straight from frozen a little longer until golden and heated through.

Reheating Leftovers
Reheat in an air fryer or oven until crisp and warmed through. Avoid microwaving to keep that crunchy coating intact.

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Pepperoni Pizza Mozzarella Sticks

These Pepperoni Pizza Mozzarella Sticks are everything you love about a slice of pizza turned into ooey gooey cheesy goodness wrapped in a crispy golden bite. Loaded with creamy mozzarella tangy pepperoni and Italian herbs they are bold nostalgic and completely irresistible. Whether you are hosting game night or just in the mood for something indulgent these fried sticks are guaranteed to steal the spotlight. Dip them in warm pizza sauce and savor that perfect pull because these are not your average mozzarella sticks.

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American, Italian

Keyword appetizers, mozzarella sticks, pizza

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Chill Time 1 hour hour

Author kingcooks

Ingredients

• Canola oil for frying
• Pizza sauce for serving

Pepperoni Pizza Filling

• 16 oz cream cheese softened
• 2 cup pepperoni mini or diced
• 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
• 1 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
• 1 tbsp parsley chopped
• 1 tsp garlic minced or paste
• 1 tsp oregano dried
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Seasoned Breadcrumbs

• 3 cups panko breadcrumbs
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper

Egg Wash

• 2 large eggs
• 2 tbsp water

Garnish

• Parmesan cheese grated
• Parsley chopped

Instructions

Pepperoni Pizza Filling

• In a bowl, add all the ingredients listed under “Pepperoni Filling” and mix thoroughly.
• Transfer the mixture to a sheet pan lined with parchment paper.
• Press and spread it into an even layer.
• Place in the freezer for at least 2 hours, or until firm.

Seasoned Breadcrumbs

• Mix together all ingredients listed under “Seasoned Breadcrumbs” and set aside.

Egg Wash

• Whisk together all ingredients listed under “Egg Wash” and set aside.

Assemble

• Heat a pot of canola oil to 350F.
• Once the pepperoni filling is firm, cut into equal pieces.
• Working in batches, dip each piece into the egg wash, then into the seasoned breadcrumbs, back into the egg wash, and finish with a final dredge in the breadcrumbs.
• Make sure to press the breadcrumbs firmly onto each piece to help them adhere.
• Once coated, fry for 3–4 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Serve immediately with a side of pizza sauce and enjoy!

Notes

Note: If preparing ahead, you can freeze the breaded pieces until ready to fry.
If frying from frozen, cook for 5–6 minutes, or until golden brown.