Marry Me Chicken Pizza (Printable Version)

Creamy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and herbs on a golden crispy crust—irresistible at first bite.

# What You Need:

→ Chicken & Sauce

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 12.3 oz), diced
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
05 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
06 - 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced
10 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ Pizza

11 - 1 prepared pizza dough (about 10.6 oz), at room temperature
12 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
13 - 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
14 - 1 tablespoon olive oil for brushing crust

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. If using a pizza stone, position it in the oven to heat.
02 - Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced chicken, oregano, thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until chicken is cooked through.
03 - Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes; cook 1 minute until fragrant. Reduce heat to low, pour in heavy cream, and stir in Parmesan cheese. Simmer 2 to 3 minutes, stirring frequently, until sauce thickens and coats the chicken. Remove from heat.
04 - Roll out pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to desired thickness. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet or heated pizza stone. Brush edges lightly with olive oil.
05 - Evenly spread creamy chicken mixture over dough, leaving a 1-inch border around edges. Sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
06 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
07 - Remove from oven and top with fresh torn basil leaves before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It brings together the rich, romantic flavors of viral Marry Me Chicken with the satisfying crunch of homemade pizza.
  • The creamy Parmesan sauce seeps into every bite without making the crust soggy if you work quickly.
  • You can prep the chicken topping ahead and assemble the pizza right before guests arrive.
  • It feels fancy enough for date night but forgiving enough for a weeknight dinner experiment.
02 -
  • Let the creamy chicken mixture cool for a minute or two before spreading it on the dough, if it is too hot it can make the dough soggy and hard to handle.
  • Do not skip preheating your pizza stone or baking sheet, a hot surface is the secret to a crisp, non-floppy crust.
  • If your dough keeps shrinking back when you roll it, let it rest for 5 minutes, the gluten needs time to relax.
  • Fresh basil added after baking stays vibrant and aromatic, if you bake it on top it turns dark and loses its punch.
03 -
  • Brush the crust edge with olive oil mixed with a pinch of garlic powder for an extra flavor boost that tastes like garlic bread.
  • If your oven runs cool, crank it up to 230°C (450°F) and watch closely, a hotter oven means a crispier crust in less time.
  • Use a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal to slide the assembled pizza onto a hot stone without tearing the dough.
  • Letting the dough come to room temperature is non-negotiable, cold dough is stiff and will not stretch without tearing.
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