BLT Chicken Alfredo French Bread Pizza

The ideal fusion of creamy Alfredo, crunchy bacon, juicy chicken, and fresh tomatoes on a crispy French bread base is found in this tasty and entertaining recipe for BLT Chicken Alfredo French Bread Pizza!

Components:

Regarding the pizza:

1. Two smaller baguettes or one loaf of French bread
2. One tablespoon of olive oil (for bread brushing)
3. One cup of cooked, diced chicken breast (rotisserie or grilling work nicely)
4. Half a cup of cooked bacon, roughly four pieces crumbled
5. One medium tomato, chopped (or one cup of halved cherry tomatoes)
6. One and a half cups of mozzarella cheese, shredded
7. Half a cup of Parmesan cheese, grated

Regarding the Alfredo sauce:

• One cup of heavy cream
• One spoonful of butter
• Two minced garlic cloves
• Half a cup of Parmesan cheese, grated
• To taste, add salt and pepper.
• 1/4 teaspoon of optional ground nutmeg (for added flavor)

Optional garnish:

• Fresh parsley or basil
• chopped red pepper flakes (optional for added spiciness)

Directions:

1. Get the French bread ready:

• Set the Oven’s Temperature to 375°F (190°C).
• Get the bread ready: Cut the baguettes or French bread in half lengthwise. Lay the halves cut side up on a baking sheet.
• Brush with Olive Oil: To aid in the bread’s crisping during baking, brush the cut sides with olive oil.

2. Prepare the Alfredo dressing:

• Cook the Garlic: Melt the butter in a medium skillet over a medium heat. Be cautious not to burn it when you add the minced garlic and sauté it for about a minute until it becomes aromatic.
• Pour in the cream: After adding the heavy cream, boil the mixture. To keep it from burning, stir from time to time.
• Season and add the Parmesan: Add the nutmeg (if using), salt, pepper, and grated Parmesan cheese. Keep cooking until the sauce thickens, about 2 to 3 minutes. If necessary, taste and adjust the seasoning.

3. Put the pizza together:

• Spread Alfredo Sauce: Evenly distribute a substantial portion of the Alfredo sauce on the cut sides of the French bread pieces using a spoon.
• Add bacon and chicken on top: Over the Alfredo sauce, evenly divide the crumbled bacon and chopped chicken.
• Add Mozzarella and Parmesan: Top the chicken and bacon with shredded mozzarella cheese and then grated Parmesan cheese.

4. Prepare the pizza:

• Bake: After preheating the oven, put the baking sheet in and bake for ten to twelve minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbling, and golden brown all over. For a crispier, golden top, you can optionally broil the pizza for the final one to two minutes.

5. Include New Add-ons:

• Add Tomatoes on Top: For a burst of freshness, add diced fresh tomatoes to the pizza after it has been taken out of the oven.
• Garnish: For added taste, add some freshly chopped parsley or basil and a dash of red pepper flakes, if you like.

6. Offer:

• Cut and Savor: When your BLT Chicken Alfredo French Bread Pizza is hot and cheesy, serve it right away by slicing it into individual portions.

Advice:

• Chicken Variations You can cook some chicken breasts and chop them, or for a speedier option, use rotisserie chicken. Chicken leftovers also work well!
• Crispier Bread: Bake the French bread halves for approximately five minutes, then add the sauce and toppings to slightly toast the bread if you prefer extra crispy bread.
• Extra Flavor: You can add a pinch of Italian spice, garlic powder, or onion powder if you want the sauce to have more flavor.
• Vegetable Toppings: You may top the pizza with sautéed spinach, mushrooms, or even onions for a vegetarian twist.

Savor your BLT Chicken Alfredo French Bread Pizza—it’s a tasty and filling dish that will wow!