Description
Homemade Garlic Chicken White Pizza is a delicious twist on traditional pizza, featuring a creamy, garlicky white sauce topped with tender chicken and a blend of melty cheeses. This flavorful and comforting dish is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, offering a bold yet simple combination of fresh ingredients that delivers a satisfying and memorable meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 ball pizza dough (store-bought or homemade, approx. 12 inches)
Garlic White Sauce
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, freshly minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or milk
- 1/2 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Chicken Topping
- 1 chicken breast (about 6 oz), diced into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for cooking chicken)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Cheeses
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Additional 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (for topping)
Finishing Touches
- Fresh herbs such as parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
- Olive oil (optional, for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Dough: Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone, ready for topping.
- Make the Garlic White Sauce: In a small saucepan, warm olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant but not browned. Stir in the heavy cream or milk, then whisk in ricotta and Parmesan cheeses until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Remove from heat.
- Cook and Season the Chicken: Dice the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté the chicken until cooked through and golden brown. Let cool slightly before assembling the pizza.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread the garlic white sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough. Scatter the cooked chicken pieces evenly on top. Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses to cover all ingredients.
- Bake to Perfection: Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle fresh herbs such as parsley or basil on top. Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Fresh Garlic is Key: Use fresh garlic rather than powder to maximize flavor depth.
- Don’t Overload the Pizza: Too many toppings can make the crust soggy—balance is everything.
- Pre-cook the Chicken: Ensures it’s fully cooked without drying out the pizza.
- Use a Pizza Stone or Steel: Helps achieve a crispier, crunchier crust.
- Let the Dough Rest: After rolling, letting the dough rest for 10 minutes prevents shrinking.
- Watch the Oven: Every oven varies, so keep an eye on the pizza’s edges for that perfect golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/4 of pizza)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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