Description
This French Bread Chicken Alfredo Pizza recipe combines the creamy richness of Alfredo sauce with tender chicken, fresh spinach, and melty mozzarella cheese all layered on a crusty French bread base. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal, this easy-to-make pizza bakes to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, delivering a flavorful fusion of Italian-inspired toppings and comforting melted cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
French Bread Base
- 1 Loaf French Bread
Protein and Vegetables
- 2 Cups Cooked & Sliced Chicken Breasts
- 1/2 Cup Fresh Spinach
- 1/2 Cup Purple Onion, sliced
Sauce and Cheese
- 1 Jar Alfredo Pasta Sauce (approximately 15 oz)
- 1 16 oz. Package Mozzarella Cheese or Italian Blend Cheese
Seasoning
- Fresh Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Slice French Bread: Cut the French bread loaf in half lengthwise to create two flat surfaces which will serve as the pizza crust.
- Spread Alfredo Sauce: Evenly spread the Alfredo sauce over the cut sides of the French bread, ensuring a generous and even layer that will bring creamy flavor to every bite.
- Add Toppings: Layer fresh spinach, sliced purple onion, and cooked sliced chicken breasts evenly over the Alfredo sauce to distribute a balance of flavor and texture.
- Top with Cheese: Generously sprinkle the mozzarella cheese or Italian blend cheese on top of the layered ingredients to achieve a gooey, melty cheese topping when baked.
- Season: Optionally sprinkle fresh ground black pepper over the assembled pizza for a touch of spice to brighten the flavors.
- Bake: Place the prepared French bread pizzas on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Broil for Crispiness: For a golden, crispy cheese topping, switch the oven to broil and broil the pizza for 1-2 minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.
Notes
- Use day-old French bread for a firmer crust that holds toppings better.
- You can substitute cooked chicken breasts with rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Adding a pinch of red pepper flakes can give a nice spicy kick.
- Try using Italian blend cheese for a more complex cheesy flavor.
- Watch the pizza closely during broiling to avoid over browning or burning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
