Marry Me Chicken Pizza (Printable version)

Creamy chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and herbs on a golden, crispy crust that wins hearts at first bite.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Sauce

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12.3 oz), diced
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Pizza

11 - 1 prepared pizza dough (about 10.6 oz), at room temperature
12 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
13 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing crust

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
03 - Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; cook 1 minute until fragrant. Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir in Parmesan cheese. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Remove from heat.
04 - Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to desired thickness. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or hot pizza stone. Brush edges lightly with olive oil.
05 - Evenly spread the creamy chicken mixture over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over the filling.
06 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven and top with fresh torn basil leaves immediately before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It brings together the rich, proposal-worthy flavors of Marry Me Chicken with the satisfying crunch of homemade pizza.
  • The creamy Parmesan sauce soaks into the crust just enough to make every bite luxurious without getting soggy.
  • You can prep the topping ahead and assemble the pizza in minutes when friends show up unexpectedly.
  • It feels fancy enough for date night but easy enough for a Tuesday when you need something special.
02 -
  • Do not overcook the chicken in the skillet, it will continue cooking in the oven and you want it tender, not rubbery.
  • If your sauce looks too thick, add a splash of the oil from the sun-dried tomato jar to loosen it and add extra flavor.
  • Let the dough come to room temperature before rolling, cold dough shrinks back and fights you every step of the way.
  • Use parchment paper even on a pizza stone, it makes transferring the topped pizza so much easier and prevents sticking.
03 -
  • Preheat your baking sheet or stone for at least 15 minutes, a hot surface is the secret to a crispy crust that can hold up to the creamy topping.
  • Don't skip brushing the crust with olive oil, it creates a golden, flavorful edge that tastes like the best part of garlic bread.
  • If your oven runs hot, check the pizza at 10 minutes to avoid burning the edges while the center finishes cooking.
  • Use a pizza cutter or sharp chef's knife to slice, a dull blade will drag the toppings and make a mess.
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