Pin This Garlic Alfredo Chicken Pizza is my go-to for cozy nights when I crave a homemade meal that feels both indulgent and comforting. Creamy garlic Alfredo sauce mingles with juicy chicken and oozy cheese on a golden crust for the kind of pizza no one can resist. It is a special dinner my family now requests when we want something a step above ordinary takeout.
Every time I make this, my kitchen fills with the irresistible aroma of garlic and melting cheese. I first tried this recipe for a Friday pizza night when we wanted something more comforting and now my kids call it our signature house pizza.
Ingredients
- Pizza dough: for the essential chewy crust choose a fresh dough from the bakery section or use a reliable homemade recipe for best results
- Unsalted butter: for a rich base in the Alfredo sauce high quality European-style butter will add even more depth
- Garlic: for a bold flavor kick choose firm tight cloves with no green shoots
- Heavy cream: for a silky smooth sauce pick the freshest you can for a luscious texture
- Grated Parmesan cheese: for salty umami flavor fresh grated elevates the sauce
- Salt and black pepper: to balance flavors fresh cracked pepper gives the best aroma
- Pinch of nutmeg: a classic Alfredo touch use freshly grated if possible
- Cooked chicken breast: for hearty protein moist well-seasoned chicken works best
- Shredded mozzarella cheese: for that perfect stretchy melt buy whole milk mozzarella and shred at home if you can
- Grated Parmesan cheese: for the topping boosts the cheesy flavor
- Sliced red onion: for mild bite optional but I love how it adds color and sweetness
- Chopped fresh parsley: for freshness and color optional but worth the sprinkle
Instructions
- Prep the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to a roaring 475 degrees Fahrenheit or 245 degrees Celsius. If you have a pizza stone now is the time to put it in to heat up fully. This ensures a crust that gets nicely crisp and puffed.
- Make the Garlic Alfredo Sauce:
- Set a medium saucepan over medium heat and add your butter. Once melted stir in the minced garlic and cook about one minute. The kitchen should smell fragrant and the garlic just golden. Pour in the heavy cream turn the heat to low and bring to a gentle simmer do not let it boil. Whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese salt pepper and nutmeg. Keep stirring until the sauce is glossy and smooth about two minutes then remove from heat and let it cool slightly to thicken.
- Shape the Dough:
- On a clean lightly floured counter stretch or roll your pizza dough until you reach a twelve inch circle about a quarter inch thick. Do not overwork it. Transfer carefully to a parchment lined baking sheet or a floured pizza peel if using a stone for easy transfer.
- Sauce the Crust:
- Ladle about half to three quarters cup of your homemade Alfredo sauce onto the dough. Spread evenly out to the edges leaving about a one inch border for the crust to puff up and hold those delicious toppings in place.
- Layer the Toppings:
- Scatter your cooked chicken evenly over the sauced dough. Next sprinkle on the shredded mozzarella and finish with another sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. If using sliced red onion distribute over the top for some pop and crunch.
- Bake the Pizza:
- Transfer to the hot oven. Bake for twelve to fifteen minutes watching for the crust to turn golden and for bubbles to form across the cheese. If you like a little char leave it in another minute.
- Finish and Serve:
- Remove from the oven and let cool two minutes which makes slicing easier. Scatter fresh parsley over the top for color and flavor. Slice and serve while piping hot for the best experience.
Pin Parmesan is always my favorite part of this dish because it packs so much flavor in just a handful. My family once ate this pizza for Sunday brunch and it quickly turned into the meal everyone talks about at gatherings. There is just something magical about melted cheese with garlic cream.
Storage Tips
Refrigerate any leftover slices in a tightly sealed container. It will keep for up to three days. For best texture reheat in a hot oven or toaster oven rather than the microwave so the crust stays crisp and the cheese does not separate. If you love meal prep this pizza even tastes great cold the next day alongside a salad.
Ingredient Substitutions
If you need a shortcut rotisserie chicken is perfect here and saves time. To make the pizza lighter swap in half and half for the cream and use part skim mozzarella. Gluten free pizza dough works well just be sure to bake slightly longer. For dairy free pizzas there are good plant alternatives for both cream and cheese though the flavor will be milder.
Serving Suggestions
Serve this pizza with a crisp green salad tossed in lemon vinaigrette to balance the richness. Garlic bread makes a wonderful pairing if you are cooking for a crowd. For extra veggies add sautéed spinach or mushrooms before baking and watch even picky eaters go back for seconds. I like to offer red pepper flakes and more Parmesan at the table for everyone to personalize their slice.
Pin This pizza will turn any regular night into something memorable. Enjoy each melted, creamy slice with your favorite people for pure comfort.
Recipe Questions
- → What type of chicken works best for topping?
Cooked or rotisserie chicken breast works well—shredded or diced for even coverage and moist texture.
- → Can I use store-bought Alfredo sauce?
Homemade sauce gives the best flavor, but good-quality store-bought Alfredo can be used for convenience.
- → How do I achieve a crisp pizza crust?
Preheat your oven thoroughly, use a pizza stone or hot baking sheet, and bake at high heat for a golden, crisp base.
- → Are there easy ways to add more vegetables?
Try adding sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers as extra toppings before baking for extra color and nutrients.
- → What cheeses can I substitute for mozzarella?
Try smoked mozzarella or provolone for a deeper, richer flavor, or use a blend for added complexity.
- → Is this suitable for vegetarians?
As written, it contains chicken, but you can substitute with sautéed vegetables for a meatless option.