Chicken Florentine Pizza
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Chicken Florentine Pizza, where comfort food meets gourmet elegance. This homemade pizza recipe features a creamy garlic Parmesan sauce as the base, topped generously with tender shredded chicken, fresh baby spinach, and a decadent blend of mozzarella and provolone cheeses. The golden, crisp crust brushed with olive oil adds a satisfying bite to every slice, while a hint of crushed red pepper flakes offers optional heat for spice lovers. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings, this pizza combines simple ingredients and classic Italian-inspired flavors in just 35 minutes. Whether you're a pizza enthusiast or looking to elevate your homemade pizza game, Chicken Florentine Pizza delivers a taste that's rich, savory, and unforgettable.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup fresh baby spinach
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup provolone cheese, shredded
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and, if using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a circle about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a sheet of parchment paper for easy handling.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat and set aside.
Brush the surface of the pizza dough with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to create a crisp crust.
Spread the creamy garlic Parmesan sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
Evenly distribute the shredded chicken and fresh spinach on top of the sauce.
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese and provolone cheese over the toppings, ensuring even coverage.
Season the pizza lightly with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if desired) for an extra kick.
Using the parchment paper, carefully transfer the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or a baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for 2-3 minutes before slicing.
Slice and serve the Chicken Florentine Pizza hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2886 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 137.7 g | 177% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.1 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 471 mg | 157% | |
| Sodium | 4610 mg | 200% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.3 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 157.6 g | 315% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1576 mg | 121% | |
| Iron | 16.1 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 1337 mg | 28% | |
*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.
