Homemade Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
This delicious Homemade Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza combines tender chicken, crispy bacon, and rich ranch dressing on a perfectly baked crust. It's an easy and satisfying meal that brings together flavors everyone will love.
Equipment
- 1 rolling pin
- 1 baking sheet or pizza stone
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 spoon or spatula
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough store-bought or homemade
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 4 slices cooked bacon, chopped
- ½ cup ranch dressing
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- chopped green onions or parsley optional for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C) and prepare your baking sheet or pizza stone by lightly greasing it with olive oil.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer the rolled dough to the baking sheet or pizza stone.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the ranch dressing. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated.
- Spread the chicken and ranch mixture evenly over the prepared pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle the chopped bacon over the chicken mixture.
- Evenly layer the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheese on top.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a minute. If desired, garnish with chopped green onions or parsley.
- Slice the pizza and serve hot.
Notes
You can customize this pizza by adding toppings such as bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms. If you prefer a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or hot sauce before baking. For a low-carb version, consider using a cauliflower crust instead of traditional dough.