Tuscan Chicken Pizza
Indulge in the irresistibly savory flavors of Tuscan Chicken Pizza, a gourmet twist on classic pizza that's sure to impress your taste buds. This recipe features a golden, crispy pizza crust topped with creamy homemade garlic parmesan sauce, tender Italian-seasoned chicken, and vibrant layers of sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, and red onion. Finished with a generous sprinkle of melted mozzarella and parmesan cheeses and garnished with fragrant basil leaves, this pizza bursts with Mediterranean-inspired charm. Perfect for dinner parties or cozy nights in, it combines wholesome ingredients with easy-to-follow techniques to deliver restaurant-quality results in just 40 minutes. Don’t miss out on this Tuscan delight—perfect for those craving a rich yet fresh pizza experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pre-made ball (about 12-16 oz) pizza dough
- 2 small (about 8 oz total) chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup (grated) parmesan cheese
- 1.5 cups (shredded) mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup (sliced) sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup (fresh) spinach leaves
- 0.25 medium (thinly sliced) red onion
- 6 fresh leaves (for garnish) basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat.
Season the chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the remaining tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from the skillet, let it rest for 5 minutes, then dice into small cubes.
In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Sprinkle the flour into the butter and whisk for 1-2 minutes until lightly golden. Gradually pour in the milk, whisking constantly, until smooth.
Add 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese and whisk until it melts and the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal.
Spread the garlic sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, followed by the diced chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and red onion slices.
Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese and the remaining 1/2 cup of parmesan cheese.
If using a pizza peel, carefully slide the pizza onto the preheated stone. If using a baking sheet, place it directly into the oven. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Tuscan Chicken Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3248 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.9 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.4 g | 317% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 673 mg | 224% | |
| Sodium | 6428 mg | 279% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 243.2 g | 88% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.4 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.8 g | ||
| Protein | 252.8 g | 506% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 2622 mg | 202% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 3584 mg | 76% | |
*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.
