Roasted Garlic White Chicken Pizza (Print Version)
Buttery roast garlic sauce, savory chicken and red onion on crisp, cheesy pizza with fresh herbs.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough and Base
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1 ball pizza dough, store-bought or homemade
→ Sauce
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 whole head roasted garlic, about 8 to 10 cloves
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 cup skim milk
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1/2 cup half and half
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1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/3 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
→ Toppings
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1 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
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1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
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1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
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1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
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1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
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1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
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Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or lightly grease and sprinkle with cornmeal for a crisp base.
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Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add roasted garlic cloves and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Incorporate flour and whisk for 1 minute to form a blond roux.
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Gradually pour in skim milk and half and half, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Season with black pepper. Continue stirring until the sauce thickens, approximately 3 minutes. Remove from heat and blend in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth.
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Roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Place onto the prepared baking sheet for an even base.
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Evenly spread the warm white garlic sauce over the dough. Distribute shredded chicken breast, finely diced red onion, and top generously with shredded mozzarella cheese.
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Transfer to the oven and bake for 17 minutes or until the crust turns golden and cheese bubbles and lightly browns.
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Remove from oven. Sprinkle pizza with fresh thyme leaves, dried oregano, and chopped parsley. Slice and serve hot.
# Notes:
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Roasting the garlic before adding it to the sauce imparts a mellow, sweet flavor and creamy texture to the pizza.