Chicken Alfredo Pizza is a delicious variation of traditional pizza where the pizza crust is topped with Alfredo sauce (a creamy white sauce typically made with butter, cream, and Parmesan cheese), cooked chicken (often seasoned or marinated), and sometimes additional toppings like mushrooms, spinach, or bacon. It combines the flavors of creamy Alfredo sauce with the savory elements of pizza, offering a unique and satisfying twist on the classic Italian dish.
Ingredients:
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup Alfredo sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- Optional toppings: spinach, mushrooms, bacon, etc.
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to the temperature specified for your pizza dough (usually around 450°F or as per package instructions).
- Prepare your pizza dough. If using store-bought, follow the instructions for rolling it out on a floured surface. If making homemade dough, roll it out into your desired shape and thickness on a floured surface.
- Spread the Alfredo sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Evenly distribute the cooked chicken over the Alfredo sauce.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and Parmesan cheese over the pizza.
- Add any optional toppings you desire, such as spinach or mushrooms.
- Bake the pizza in the preheated oven according to your pizza dough instructions, usually around 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly. Sprinkle with fresh parsley or basil if desired.
- Slice and serve hot. Enjoy your delicious Chicken Alfredo Pizza!