Chicken Parmesan Pizza
This Chicken Parmesan Pizza combines crispy crust, rich marinara sauce, tender chicken, melty mozzarella, and savory Parmesan for the ultimate comfort food mashup. Easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes, this homemade chicken parm pizza is perfect for family pizza night, game day, or casual entertaining.
Ingredients
- Main Ingredients
- 1 prepared pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 1½ cups cooked chicken breast sliced or shredded
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- Pantry Staples
- Extra olive oil for brushing crust
- Fresh basil for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Lightly grease a pizza pan or line with parchment paper.
- Prepare Dough
- Stretch or roll pizza dough into a 12–14 inch circle.
- Brush the outer crust lightly with olive oil.
- Add Sauce & Cheese
- Spread marinara sauce evenly over dough, leaving a border around the edges.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella over the sauce.
- Add Chicken & Seasoning
- Distribute cooked chicken evenly over the pizza.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Top & Bake
- Add remaining mozzarella and grated Parmesan.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest & Serve
- Let pizza rest 3–5 minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan if desired.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Use less sauce to avoid a soggy crust.
- Preheat oven fully for a crisp bottom.
- Roll dough evenly for consistent baking.
- Let pizza rest before slicing for cleaner cuts.
- Reheat leftovers in the oven for best texture.