Chicken Parmesan Pizza (Irresistibly Flavorful)
This chicken Parmesan pizza is a crispy, cheesy, and irresistibly flavorful mashup of classic chicken parm and pizza. Topped with golden breaded chicken, marinara sauce, and melted mozzarella, it’s the perfect comfort food for any occasion.
Ingredients
- For the Pizza Base:
- 1 pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- For the Chicken:
- 1 –2 chicken breasts
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg beaten
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Olive oil for cooking
- Toppings:
- Fresh basil optional
- Extra Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Slice or pound chicken breasts to even thickness. Season with salt and pepper.
- Dip chicken into beaten egg, then coat with breadcrumbs and Parmesan mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and crispy. Remove and slice into strips.
- Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). Roll out pizza dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread marinara sauce over the dough, add mozzarella, then top with sliced chicken.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is melted.
- Garnish with basil, extra Parmesan, and red pepper flakes if desired. Slice and serve hot.
Notes
- Always cook chicken before adding it to the pizza.
- Use thin cutlets for better texture and even cooking.
- Avoid overloading sauce to keep the crust crispy.
- Bake at high heat for best results.
- Fresh mozzarella enhances flavor and melt quality.