Description
Roasted Garlic Chicken and Herb Pizza is a savory and flavor-packed pizza featuring tender roasted garlic, shredded chicken, a blend of aromatic herbs, and melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses atop a crisp, golden crust. This pizza offers a delicious twist on the classic with its herby, garlicky base, perfect for garlic lovers and an ideal choice for a comforting homemade pizza night.
Ingredients
Pizza Dough
- 1 ball (about 1 lb) pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons cornmeal or flour (for dusting)
Roasted Garlic
- 1 head garlic
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (plus more for brushing the dough)
Toppings
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken (grilled or rotisserie)
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Roast the Garlic: Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Slice the top off the head of garlic, drizzle with 1 tablespoon olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 35–40 minutes until soft and golden. Let cool slightly, then squeeze out the roasted garlic cloves and mash into a smooth paste.
- Prepare the Dough: On a floured surface or parchment paper, roll out the pizza dough to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone dusted with cornmeal to prevent sticking.
- Assemble the Pizza: Lightly brush the dough with olive oil. Spread the roasted garlic paste evenly over the crust as the flavorful base. Evenly distribute the shredded chicken over the garlic layer. Sprinkle dried oregano, thyme, basil, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add Cheese: Generously cover the pizza with shredded mozzarella cheese and sprinkle the grated Parmesan on top to create a rich, cheesy topping.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12–15 minutes until the crust turns golden brown and crisp, and the cheese is bubbly with slight browning.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil for freshness and color. Slice into 8 pieces and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toss the shredded chicken with a bit of olive oil and additional herbs before topping the pizza.
- Add red pepper flakes if you like a bit of heat on your pizza.
- Substitute mozzarella with provolone or fontina cheese for a different cheese profile and taste experience.
- Using a pizza stone can enhance crust crispness but a baking sheet works well too.
