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Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Pizza Recipe

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This Chicken Alfredo Garlic Bread Pizza is a delicious twist on classic garlic bread, topped with creamy homemade Alfredo sauce, tender rotisserie chicken, and plenty of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a perfect crowd-pleaser for gatherings or a flavorful weeknight meal that combines the comfort of pizza and garlic bread in one easy-to-make dish.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Garlic Bread Base

  • 1 loaf store-bought garlic bread
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Alfredo Sauce

  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Toppings

  • 1 1/2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken (or leftover chicken)
  • 3 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius) to prepare for baking the garlic bread and pizza.
  2. Bake the garlic bread: Place the loaf of store-bought garlic bread on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake it for 15 minutes until it is warmed through and slightly crispy on the outside.
  3. Add mozzarella cheese to bread: Remove the garlic bread from the oven and evenly spread 1 1/2 cups of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top. Set the prepared bread aside while you make the sauce.
  4. Make the Alfredo sauce base: In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter together with the olive oil over medium heat to create a flavorful base for the sauce.
  5. Add cream and seasonings: Pour in the heavy cream along with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dried basil, and dried oregano. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally to combine the flavors.
  6. Temper the egg yolks: In a small bowl, whisk the 2 egg yolks and slowly add 1/4 cup of the hot cream sauce from the pan into the yolks while whisking to prevent curdling.
  7. Incorporate egg yolks into sauce: Pour the tempered egg yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the cream sauce and whisk continuously to blend and thicken the sauce without scrambling the eggs.
  8. Thicken and finish the sauce: Let the sauce gently simmer to thicken, then add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and fully incorporated for a rich and creamy consistency.
  9. Add lemon zest: Stir in the fresh lemon zest to brighten the flavors of the Alfredo sauce.
  10. Prepare the chicken topping: Chop the rotisserie chicken into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 to 1 1/2 cups, ensuring even coverage when added to the pizza.
  11. Assemble the pizza: Spread the chopped chicken evenly over the mozzarella-topped garlic bread, spoon the Alfredo sauce generously on top, and then sprinkle the remaining shredded mozzarella cheese over everything.
  12. Bake the assembled pizza: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown.
  13. Serve: Remove from the oven, cut into 12 pieces, and serve warm for a comforting, cheesy meal.

Notes

  • Use store-bought garlic bread for convenience, or make your own for extra flavor.
  • Tempering the egg yolks by slowly adding warm cream is essential to avoid curdling.
  • Adjust the cayenne pepper to control the spice level.
  • Leftover rotisserie chicken is a great shortcut and adds excellent flavor.
  • For a lighter option, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though sauce will be less rich.
  • This recipe can be doubled or halved depending on serving needs.
  • Author: Monica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Pizza
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Find it online: https://monicarecipes.com/chicken-alfredo-garlic-bread-pizza-recipe/