Roasted Garlic White Chicken Pizza (Printer-Friendly Layout)

A cozy dinner featuring creamy white sauce, sweet roasted garlic, juicy chicken and plenty of gooey mozzarella on a crispy crust.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Pizza Base

01 - 1 prepared pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)

→ White Sauce

02 - 1 tablespoon butter
03 - 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
04 - 3/4 cup whole milk
05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - Salt and pepper, to taste

→ Toppings

07 - 1 head of garlic
08 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
09 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
10 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
11 - 1/4 teaspoon Italian seasoning
12 - Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Cut the top off a whole head of garlic to expose the clove tips, then drizzle with olive oil. Wrap in foil and roast for 35-40 minutes until soft, golden and fragrant. Allow to cool until easily handled.
02 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Add flour and whisk continuously for 1 minute to create a roux. Gradually pour in milk while whisking until smooth. Stir in Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until thickened to a creamy consistency. Remove from heat.
03 - Increase oven temperature to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to preheat.
04 - Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to desired thickness. Transfer to parchment paper if using a pizza stone. Spread white sauce evenly over dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Squeeze roasted garlic cloves from their skins, lightly mash with a fork, and distribute over the sauce. Add shredded chicken evenly, then sprinkle with mozzarella and Italian seasoning.
05 - Carefully slide pizza (with parchment paper) onto the preheated stone or baking sheet. Bake for 10-12 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbling.
06 - Remove from oven and let cool slightly before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley or basil if desired.

# Extra Tips and Tricks:

01 - For a time-saving option, use rotisserie chicken.
02 - Add red pepper flakes before baking or drizzle with balsamic glaze after baking for extra flavor.
03 - For an extra-crispy crust, pre-bake the rolled-out dough for 3-4 minutes before adding toppings.
04 - Pairs well with arugula or Caesar salad, or roasted vegetables.

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