Description
Savory Roasted Garlic White Chicken Pizza delivers a Mediterranean-inspired flavor journey with creamy ricotta and perfectly seasoned chicken. Rich garlic notes and herbaceous hints create a luxurious pizza experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast
- 1 whole head garlic
Seasonings:
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Toppings:
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup white sauce
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F, preparing a baking sheet with parchment paper for optimal crust crispiness.
- Slice the entire head of garlic horizontally, drizzle with olive oil, and wrap in aluminum foil. Roast for 35-40 minutes until cloves become soft and caramelized.
- While garlic roasts, season chicken breast with salt, pepper, and oregano. Grill or pan-sear until internal temperature reaches 165°F, then slice into thin strips.
- Spread white sauce evenly across the pre-made pizza crust, ensuring complete coverage to the edges.
- Squeeze roasted garlic cloves directly onto the white sauce, creating a fragrant and mellow garlic layer.
- Generously distribute mozzarella cheese over the garlic-covered sauce, creating a smooth, even blanket.
- Arrange sliced chicken pieces strategically across the cheese layer for balanced flavor distribution.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese over the top for an additional depth of savory flavor.
- Transfer pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until cheese is completely melted and crust edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and let cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Roast garlic ahead of time to develop deep, mellow flavor and save preparation time during pizza assembly.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure proper browning and prevent excess moisture from making the pizza soggy.
- Use pre-baked pizza crust or homemade dough for crispy texture and easier preparation.
- For gluten-free option, substitute regular pizza crust with cauliflower or almond flour crust to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50-55 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg