Ingredients
– 1 pre-made pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 cup marinara sauce
– 1 ½ cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon garlic powder
– ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Creating Chicken Parmesan Pizza can be straightforward if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
2. Prepare the Chicken: If you haven’t done so yet, cook your chicken and shred or dice it into small pieces.
3. Season the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the cooked chicken with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes for added heat.
4. Spread the Sauce: On the pizza crust, evenly spread the marinara sauce, leaving a small border around the edges.
5. Add the Chicken: Distribute the seasoned chicken evenly over the marinara sauce.
6. Sprinkle the Cheese: Top the chicken with shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.
7. Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven (or on the heated pizza stone) and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
8. Garnish: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
9. Slice and Serve: Cut the pizza into slices and serve hot, allowing everyone to enjoy this delicious creation.
Following these steps will lead you to a delightful Chicken Parmesan Pizza that is bound to impress!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 slices
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 18g
- Protein: 30g