A Different Kind of French Bread Pizza
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with "A Different Kind of French Bread Pizza," a sophisticated twist on a family favorite. This recipe starts with crisp, golden slices of French bread as the base and swaps traditional marinara for a luscious homemade garlic-Parmesan white sauce. Layered with gooey mozzarella, juicy cherry tomatoes, tender shredded chicken, and vibrant spinach, each bite bursts with flavor and texture. A sprinkle of fresh basil and a touch of crushed red pepper flakes provide a refreshing zing and gentle heat. Ready in just 35 minutes, this easy-to-make, gourmet-inspired pizza is perfect for busy evenings or casual entertaining. Whether you're searching for unique French bread pizza recipes or creative pizza ideas, this one is guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 French bread loaf
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup Spinach leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise, then cut each half into two pieces to create four equal bread bases.
Lightly brush the cut sides of the bread with olive oil and place them on the prepared baking sheet, cut-side up.
Bake the bread in the preheated oven for 5 minutes to lightly toast it. Remove from the oven and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, heat the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps.
Cook the sauce until thickened, about 3–4 minutes. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Remove from heat.
Spread the white sauce evenly over the toasted French bread pieces.
Top the bread with shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by the halved cherry tomatoes, shredded chicken, and spinach leaves.
Return the bread to the oven and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh basil and a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes.
Serve hot and enjoy your 'Different Kind of French Bread Pizza'!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.5 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 117 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 863 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.4 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 560 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 496 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
