Quick Chicken Alfredo Pizza on Homemade Garlic Bread
An innovative dish that combines creamy Alfredo sauce with savory chicken on a crispy garlic bread base, perfect for busy weeknights.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Mixing Bowl
- Saucepan
Ingredients
Homemade Garlic Bread
- 1 loaf Fresh Bread (Baguette or Ciabatta) Cut in half lengthwise.
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter Softened.
- 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.
Cooked Chicken
- 2 cups Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Cooked and shredded or diced.
Alfredo Sauce
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Grated.
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 clove Garlic Minced.
- 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg
Toppings
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or Basil Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare the garlic bread by mixing softened butter, minced garlic, and chopped parsley in a bowl.
- Spread the garlic butter mixture generously over the cut sides of the bread and place it on a baking sheet.
- Bake the garlic bread for about 10 minutes until lightly toasted.
- While the bread is baking, season and cook the chicken until done, then shred or dice it.
- In a saucepan, combine heavy cream, butter, and minced garlic over medium heat. Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens.
- Remove the garlic bread from the oven, spoon Alfredo sauce over it, and top with cooked chicken and mozzarella cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh herbs, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
For variations, consider adding vegetables, different cheeses, or spices to customize your pizza.