Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

Dough

prepared

1 cup

Warm Water

0.25 unit

Yeast

2.75 cup

Flour

2 tbsp

Olive Oil

1 tbsp

Sugar

1 tsp

Salt

kosher

10 tbsp

Butter

divided

2.5 tbsp

Garlic

minced

2 tbsp

Flour

0.5 cup

White Wine

dry

16 unit

Half-and-Half

1 cup

Parmesan Cheese

grated

2 tbsp

Frozen Spinach

thawed, drained

1 pinch

Salt

1 pinch

Pepper

1 cup

Cooked Chicken

shredded

1 unit

Roma Tomato

sliced

Step 1
~3 min

Dissolve yeast in warm water in a bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Combine flour, olive oil, salt, and sugar in a mixing bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Add yeast water to the dry ingredients and mix to form a ball of dough.

Step 4
~3 min

Knead the dough by hand for 5-10 minutes, or use a mixer with a kneading attachment for 2-3 minutes, or use a bread machine.

Key Technique: Kneading
Step 5
~3 min

Rub olive oil around the dough, place in a large bowl, and cover with plastic wrap.

Step 6
~3 min

Place in a warm area to rise for at least 30 minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Melt 8 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet.

Step 8
~3 min

Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, over medium heat.

Step 9
~3 min

Add flour and stir until it forms a thick paste.

Step 10
~3 min

Add white wine (optional).

Step 11
~3 min

Whisk in half-and-half and cook over medium heat until the sauce thickens.

Step 12
~3 min

Add parmesan cheese and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, stirring until melted.

Step 13
~3 min

Season with salt and pepper.

Step 14
~3 min

Add thawed and drained spinach, stirring until evenly distributed and heated through.

Step 15
~3 min

Set the Alfredo sauce aside.

Step 16
~3 min

Preheat oven to 400°F.

Step 17
~3 min

Roll out the dough to fit a pizza stone or baking sheet, curling the edges to form a crust if desired.

Step 18
~3 min

Spoon a very thin layer of Alfredo sauce onto the dough.

Step 19
~3 min

Bake in the oven for 15 minutes, or until the dough is almost fully cooked.

Step 20
~3 min

Remove from oven, place shredded cooked chicken and sliced roma tomatoes on top.

Step 21
~3 min

Cover with more Alfredo sauce.

Step 22
~3 min

Return to the oven for another 10 minutes, or until the dough is fully cooked.

Step 23
~3 min

Let cool slightly, slice, and enjoy.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a pre-made pizza dough to save time.

Add other vegetables such as mushrooms or bell peppers.

Adjust the amount of garlic to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough and sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Pair with garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Caesar Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Game Day
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Family Meal
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

70/100

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