Chicken and Basil White Pizza Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes

This Chicken and Basil White Pizza recipe combines tender chicken, fresh basil, and creamy ricotta for a delicious twist on traditional pizza. It’s a perfect choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends.

With its simple preparation and flavorful ingredients, this chicken recipe is sure to impress. You can easily customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the cheese to your liking.

Delicious Chicken and Basil White Pizza

This white pizza features a crispy crust topped with a blend of ricotta and mozzarella cheeses, seasoned chicken, and fresh basil leaves. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pre-made pizza crust
1 cup ricotta cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Red pepper flakes for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
Prepare the Pizza Base: Roll out the pizza crust on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
Mix the Cheese: In a bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Spread this mixture evenly over the pizza crust.
Add Chicken and Cheese: Distribute the shredded chicken evenly over the ricotta layer. Sprinkle the mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses on top.
Drizzle with Olive Oil: Drizzle olive oil over the top of the pizza for added flavor.
Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle with fresh basil and red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve hot.