BLT Chicken Alfredo French Bread Pizza

Here’s a fun and delicious recipe for BLT Chicken Alfredo French Bread Pizza—a perfect combination of creamy Alfredo, crispy bacon, juicy chicken, and fresh tomatoes, all on a crispy French bread base!

Ingredients:

For the Pizza:

• 1 loaf French bread (or 2 smaller baguettes)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing the bread)
• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced (grilled or rotisserie works well)
• 1/2 cup cooked bacon, crumbled (about 4 slices)
• 1 medium tomato, diced (or 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved)
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

For the Alfredo Sauce:

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, for extra flavor)

Garnish (optional):

• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
• Red pepper flakes (for a little heat, optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the French Bread:

• Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Prepare the Bread: Slice the French bread (or baguettes) in half lengthwise. Place the halves on a baking sheet, cut side up.
• Brush with Olive Oil: Brush the cut sides of the bread with olive oil to help them crisp up during baking.

2. Make the Alfredo Sauce:

• Cook the Garlic: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
• Add the Cream: Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir occasionally to prevent it from scorching.
• Add Parmesan and Season: Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and nutmeg (if using). Continue to cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.

3. Assemble the Pizza:

• Spread Alfredo Sauce: Spoon a generous amount of the Alfredo sauce onto the cut sides of the French bread halves, spreading it evenly to the edges.
• Top with Chicken and Bacon: Evenly distribute the diced chicken and crumbled bacon over the Alfredo sauce.
• Add Mozzarella and Parmesan: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken and bacon, followed by a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese.

4. Bake the Pizza:

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