Chicken Garlic Pizza for 8

Ingredients and Weight:

• Pizza dough: 1 pound
• Chicken breasts: 2 pounds, boneless and skinless
• Garlic: 1 head, minced
• Olive oil: 1/4 cup
• Mozzarella cheese: 8 ounces, shredded
• Parmesan cheese: 1/4 cup, grated
• Salt and black pepper: to taste
• Fresh basil leaves: for garnish

Preparation Time:

• 30 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 15-20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2/5

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 500°F (260°C).
2. Roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
3. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Grill or pan-sear chicken until cooked through.
4. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant but not browned.
5. Chop cooked chicken into small pieces and add to the skillet with garlic. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
6. Spread chicken mixture evenly over pizza dough.
7. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan cheese.
8. Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 250 per slice
• Fat: 12g
• Protein: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Garlicky and flavorful
• Crispy crust and tender chicken
• Satisfying and filling
• Perfect for parties or family gatherings

User Comments:

• "The combination of chicken and garlic is a classic and this pizza does it justice."
• "The crust was perfectly crispy and the toppings were generous."
• "This pizza was a hit with my family and I will definitely be making it again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use a pizza stone or baking sheet for a crispy crust.
• If you don't have time to grill the chicken, you can also use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken.
• Don't overcook the pizza, as the crust will become burnt.
• Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to prevent the toppings from falling off.