1. Prepare the Pizza Dough: Allowing Time to Rise

1. Rest Dough: Remove the prepared pizza dough from the refrigerator and let it rest at room temperature for about 1 hour before using. This will make it more pliable and easier to work with.

2. Cook the Bacon: Crispy and Flavorful

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Line Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
3. Arrange Bacon: Lay the bacon strips in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
4. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the bacon is browned and crispy.
5. Drain and Crumble: Remove the bacon from the oven and let it cool slightly on paper towels to drain excess grease. Once cool enough to handle, crumble the bacon into small pieces. Set aside.

3. Cook the Chicken: Seasoning and Searing for Tenderness

1. Season Chicken: Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
2. Heat Skillet: Heat a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Add Oil: Add the olive oil to the hot skillet.
4. Sear Chicken: Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet, seasoned side down. Cook, undisturbed, until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
5. Season and Flip: Season the top side of the chicken breasts, then flip them and cook for another minute.
6. Add Water: Add just enough water (about ¾ cup) to fill the bottom of the skillet.
7. Remove from Heat: Remove the skillet from the heat.

4. Bake the Chicken: Ensuring it’s Cooked Through

1. Transfer to Oven: Place the skillet with the chicken in the preheated oven (still at 350°F/175°C).
2. Bake: Bake for 17-20 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
3. Cool and Chop: Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest on a cutting board until it’s cool enough to handle. Chop the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.

5. Prepare the Dough and Baking Sheet: Assembling the Chicken Bake

1. Increase Oven Temperature: Increase the oven temperature to 400°F (200°C).
2. Line Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
3. Divide Dough: Sprinkle flour onto a large work surface. Divide the pizza dough into 3 equal portions.
4. Roll Out Dough: Roll each portion of dough into a large circle, about 12 to 13 inches in diameter.

6. Assemble the Chicken Bakes: Building Layers of Flavor

1. Spread Dressing: Spread the Caesar dressing evenly over each dough circle, leaving a 1-inch border around the edges.
2. Sprinkle Parmesan: Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the Parmesan cheese over the dressing on each dough circle.
3. Layer Fillings: Top each dough circle evenly with the chopped cooked chicken, crumbled bacon, sliced green onions, and the remaining Italian cheese blend, dividing evenly between the three.
4. Fold and Roll: Fold the outer left and right sides of each dough circle slightly over the filling. Starting from the bottom edge, roll the dough up and over the filling, then continue rolling towards the top edge until fully wrapped, like a large burrito.
5. Seal and Shape: Pinch the edges of the dough to seal the filling inside. Use your hands to gently shape each roll into a long log shape, about 12 inches long.

7. Prepare for Baking: Adding the Finishing Touches

1. Place on Baking Sheet: Place the filled dough logs seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
2. Brush with Egg Wash: In a small bowl, beat the egg with a fork or whisk until well combined. Brush the beaten egg over the tops of the dough logs.
3. Sprinkle with Cheese: Sprinkle each log evenly with the remaining shredded Parmesan cheese (about 1 tablespoon per log, for a total of 3 tablespoons).

8. Bake to Golden-Brown Perfection: Creating a Crispy Crust

1. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until the dough is golden brown and cooked through.

9. Cool and Serve: Enjoying Your Homemade Chicken Bake

1. Cool Slightly: Let the Chicken Bakes cool slightly on the baking sheet for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
2. Serve Warm: Slice and serve warm.