Chicken Caesar Pizza Recipe

Name: Chicken Caesar Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast (about 12 ounces) or 1/2 cups shredded leftover Beer Can Chicken or any sliced cooked chicken breast; 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1/4 cup uncooked grits or polenta, for rolling the dough; 1 ball prepared pizza dough, at room temperature; 1/2 cup Roasted Garlic Paste; 1 1/4 cups grated Fontina cheese; 1 heart of romaine, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide ribbons; 2 tablespoons Caesar Salad Dressing or store-bought; 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

Servings: persons

1 large boneless skinless chicken breast (about 12 ounces) or 1/2 cups shredded leftover Beer Can Chicken or any sliced cooked chicken breast
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1/4 cup uncooked grits or polenta, for rolling the dough
1 ball prepared pizza dough, at room temperature
1/2 cup Roasted Garlic Paste
1 1/4 cups grated Fontina cheese
1 heart of romaine, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-wide ribbons
2 tablespoons Caesar Salad Dressing or store-bought
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese

1
If youre not using leftover chicken, preheat the grill per the Master Instructions for gas or charcoal (see Notes).
2
Brush the chicken breast with 1 tablespoon of the oil and season with salt and pepper.
3
Place the chicken on the cooking grate directly over the heat and grill until no longer pink in the middle, 10 to 12 minutes.
4
Set aside and, when almost ready to use, cut into 1/4-inch-thick strips.
5
Rollout and shape the dough, then grill the first side of the crust per the Master Instructions (see Notes).
6
Use tongs to transfer it from the grill to a peel or rimless baking sheet.
7
Flip the crust to reveal the grilled side.
8
Spread the entire surface with the garlic paste, then top with the chicken and sprinkle with the Fontina.
9
Finish grilling the pizza per the Master Instructions (see Notes).
10
Just before the pizza is done, toss the romaine with the dressing and 1 tablespoon of the Parmigiano in a medium bowl.
11
Remove the pizza from the grill and immediately top with dressed romaine.
12
Sprinkle with the remaining 1 tablespoon Parmigiano and season with salt and pepper.
13
Slice and serve immediately.

358

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large boneless skinless chicken breast (about 12 ounces) or 1/2 cups shredded leftover Beer Can Chicken or any sliced cooked chicken breast, 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, 1/4 cup uncooked grits or polenta, for rolling the dough, and more.

Yes, Chicken Caesar Pizza falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Caesar Pizza

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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