Homemade Chicken Parmesan Pizza Delight
A mouthwatering fusion dish that combines the comforting essence of classic chicken parmesan with the beloved flavors of pizza.
Servings: 4 servings
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Skillet
- Pizza Stone or Baking Sheet
- Meat Mallet
- Pizza Peel
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Pounded thin for even cooking.
Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Salt For seasoning the chicken.
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground for flavor.
- 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning A mix of herbs like basil and oregano.
Breading
- 1 cup Seasoned Breadcrumbs For coating the chicken.
- 1 large Egg For binding the breadcrumbs.
Pizza Assembly
- 1 cup Marinara Sauce Store-bought or homemade.
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese For topping the pizza.
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese For added flavor.
- 1 12-inch Pre-made Pizza Dough Base for the pizza.
Garnish
- to taste Fresh Basil Leaves Optional, for garnish.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat up.
- Pound the chicken breasts to about half an inch thick and season with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Set up a breading station with beaten egg in one bowl and seasoned breadcrumbs in another. Dip chicken in egg, then coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the breaded chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and transfer to a pizza peel or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread marinara sauce over the dough, then arrange sliced chicken on top.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over the chicken and sauce.
- Slide the pizza onto the hot stone or baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes until cheese is melted and crust is golden.
- Let the pizza cool for a couple of minutes, garnish with fresh basil, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
For variations, consider adding vegetables, different cheeses, or using a different sauce base.