Savory Roasted Garlic Chicken Pizza
Enjoy a blissful culinary experience with this delicious copycat recipe of California Pizza Kitchen's beloved Roasted Garlic Chicken Pizza. This homemade version captures the essence of the original, featuring a perfectly golden crust topped with a delectable blend of roasted garlic paste, tender shredded chicken, caramelized shallots, and molten mozzarella cheese. Ideal for lunch or a casual snack. Plus, we've included instructions for freezing, so you can whip up this savory treat any time you crave its indulgent flavors!
2
Servings
845
Calories
20
Ingredients
Ingredients
Fast rising yeast
1 1/2 teaspoons (Dissolved in warm water)
Warm water
1/2 cup (Temperature should not exceed 110°F)
Bread flour
1 1/2 cups (Sifted)
Sugar
3 teaspoons (Granulated)
Olive oil
1 teaspoon (For the dough)
Salt
1 teaspoon (Fine)
Garlic
3/4 cup (Minced)
Olive oil (for roasting garlic)
2 teaspoons (For roasting garlic)
Cold water
3 tablespoons (For blending garlic)
Shallots
4 (Minced)
Butter
3 tablespoons (For sautéing)
Fresh thyme sprigs
4 (Minced)
White pepper
1 dash (To taste)
Chardonnay wine
1/4 cup (Dry)
Fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon (Juiced)
Chicken bouillon cube
1 (Dissolved in the mixture)
Shredded mozzarella cheese
1 3/4 cups (For topping)
Fresh Romano cheese
1/4 cup (Grated)
Chopped fresh parsley
3 teaspoons (For garnish)
Rotisserie-cooked chicken
1 (Shredded)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to its lowest setting to create a warm environment for the dough.
2
Dissolve the yeast in 1/2 cup warm water. Let it rest for about 5 minutes until frothy.
3
In a large bowl, mix bread flour, salt, and sugar. Create a well in the center and slowly pour in the yeast mixture. Stir until combined. Avoid overmixing.
4
Transfer the sticky dough to a floured surface and knead for a few minutes until smooth. Form a ball.
5
Grease another bowl with olive oil, place the dough ball in it, and turn to coat with the oil. Cover tightly with plastic wrap. Place in the warm oven to rise for 2 hours.
6
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into two equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball. For immediate use, keep one and refrigerate the other for later.
7
Roll out each dough ball into a 9-inch pizza base, about 1/2 inch thick.
8
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). If using a pizza stone, preheat it for at least an hour.
9
To make the roasted garlic paste, preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Combine minced garlic with olive oil and roast on a baking pan for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through. Blend the roasted garlic with 3 tablespoons cold water until smooth.
10
For the garlic shallot butter, heat 1 tablespoon butter in a pan over medium heat. Add minced garlic, shallots, and thyme, sautéing until shallots are browned. Increase heat and stir in white pepper, lemon juice, chicken bouillon, and wine. Continue to cook until reduced, then stir in 2 more tablespoons of butter. Set aside.
11
To assemble the pizza, spread a thin layer of roasted garlic paste on the pizza crust. Top with shredded mozzarella, the sautéed garlic shallot mixture, rotisserie chicken, Romano cheese, and chopped parsley.
12
Bake in the preheated oven for about 8 minutes until the crust is crisp and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Repeat with the second pizza.
13
For storing, partially bake any extra pizzas for 2-3 minutes, let them cool, then wrap and freeze. When you're ready to enjoy, bake from frozen until fully cooked.
Nutrition Information
36g
Fat
77g
Carbs
55g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Roasted Garlic Chicken Pizza?
It is a copycat recipe of California Pizza Kitchen's popular Roasted Garlic Chicken Pizza featuring a golden crust, roasted garlic paste, tender chicken, caramelized shallots, and mozzarella.
Is this a copycat recipe?
Yes, this is a homemade version of the California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) Roasted Garlic Chicken Pizza.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 2 servings.
What are the nutritional values per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 845 calories, 36g of fat, 77g of carbohydrates, and 55g of protein.
What type of flour is best for the pizza crust?
The recipe recommends using 1 1/2 cups of sifted bread flour for the best crust texture.
How long does the pizza dough need to rise?
The dough should rise in a warm oven for approximately 2 hours.
What is in the roasted garlic paste?
The paste is made by roasting minced garlic in olive oil and then blending it with cold water until smooth.
What ingredients are used for the garlic shallot butter?
It consists of butter, minced garlic, shallots, thyme, white pepper, lemon juice, chicken bouillon, and Chardonnay wine.
What kind of wine should I use for the sauce?
A dry Chardonnay wine is recommended for the garlic shallot butter mixture.
What type of chicken is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for one shredded rotisserie-cooked chicken.
Which cheeses are required for the topping?
You will need 1 3/4 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese and 1/4 cup of grated fresh Romano cheese.
How do I assemble the pizza?
Spread roasted garlic paste on the crust, then top with mozzarella, the garlic shallot mixture, chicken, Romano cheese, and parsley.
What temperature should the oven be set to for baking the pizza?
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) for baking the assembled pizza.
How long does the pizza take to bake?
The pizza takes about 8 minutes to bake until the crust is crisp and the cheese is bubbly.
Can I freeze this pizza?
Yes, partially bake the pizza for 2-3 minutes, let it cool, wrap it tightly, and freeze it.
How do I cook the pizza from frozen?
Bake the pizza directly from the freezer until it is fully cooked and the cheese is melted.
How do I make the roasted garlic?
Roast minced garlic with olive oil at 325°F (160°C) for 30 minutes, stirring halfway through.
What size should the pizza bases be?
The dough should be rolled into 9-inch pizza bases, about 1/2 inch thick.
What is the purpose of the chicken bouillon?
The chicken bouillon cube is dissolved into the garlic shallot butter to add depth of flavor.
Is there sugar in the pizza dough?
Yes, the dough contains 3 teaspoons of granulated sugar.
How much garlic is needed for this recipe?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of minced garlic for the roasting process plus additional garlic for the shallot butter.
How many shallots are needed?
You will need 4 minced shallots for the garlic shallot butter mixture.
What herbs are used in this recipe?
The recipe uses 4 fresh thyme sprigs and 3 teaspoons of chopped fresh parsley for garnish.
Can I use a pizza stone?
Yes, if using a pizza stone, preheat it for at least one hour before baking the pizza.
How do I prepare the yeast?
Dissolve 1 1/2 teaspoons of fast-rising yeast in 1/2 cup of warm water and let it rest for 5 minutes until frothy.
What preparation is needed for the shallots?
The shallots should be minced and then sautéed in butter until browned.
Is this recipe suitable for lunch?
Yes, it is ideal for a savory lunch or a casual snack.
What is the total fat content per serving?
The total fat content is 36 grams per serving.
How much protein is in one pizza?
The pizza provides 55 grams of protein per serving.
What is the carbohydrate count?
There are 77 grams of carbohydrates in each serving.