Description
A deliciously creamy and flavorful Roasted Garlic White Chicken Pizza featuring a homemade white garlic sauce, tender shredded chicken, and melty mozzarella cheese on a perfectly baked pizza crust. This pizza is topped with fresh herbs for a burst of freshness and is ideal for a comforting homemade meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Dough
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 tablespoon cornmeal (for dusting baking sheet)
White Garlic Sauce
- 8 cloves roasted garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup skim milk
- ¼ cup half and half
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese
Toppings
- 1 ½ cups boneless skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded
- ¼ cup red onion, diced
- ¾ cup Mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, chopped
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with a silicone baking mat or greasing it lightly, then sprinkle with cornmeal to prevent sticking.
- Make the White Sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add the minced roasted garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Thicken the Sauce: Stir in the flour and cook for an additional minute, blending well. Gradually whisk in the skim milk and half-and-half, then mix in the black pepper. Let it cook for about 3 minutes, stirring continuously until the sauce begins to thicken. Remove from heat and stir in Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on the prepared baking sheet. Spread the white garlic sauce evenly over the dough.
- Assemble the Pizza: Top the sauce with the shredded chicken, diced red onion, and mozzarella cheese, ensuring an even distribution.
- Bake the Pizza: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for about 17 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish: Once the pizza is out of the oven, sprinkle with fresh thyme, dried oregano, and fresh parsley for an added burst of flavor.
- Serve: Slice the pizza and enjoy while hot and fresh.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is fully cooked and shredded before assembling the pizza.
- To roast garlic, wrap garlic cloves in foil and bake at 400°F for 30-40 minutes until soft.
- Use a pizza stone or cast iron skillet for a crisper crust if preferred.
- Adjust herbs to taste or substitute with Italian seasoning if fresh herbs are unavailable.
- For a richer sauce, substitute half and half with heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Roasted Garlic White Chicken Pizza, White Sauce Pizza, Homemade Chicken Pizza, Garlic Sauce Pizza, Easy Pizza Recipe
