Print

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza
Print Recipe

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza is a flavorful and comforting dish featuring tender cooked chicken, crispy smoky bacon, and creamy ranch dressing spread over a golden crispy pizza crust. Topped with melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and finished with fresh green onions or herbs, this pizza offers a perfect balance of smoky, creamy, and crispy textures. Ideal for family dinners, game days, or anytime you crave an easy-to-make, crowd-pleasing comfort meal.

Ingredients

Scale

Pizza Base

  • 1 pizza dough (fresh or store-bought)

Toppings

  • 1 to 1½ cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken preferred)
  • 6 slices bacon, cooked until crispy and chopped
  • 1 cup ranch dressing (homemade or high-quality store-bought)
  • 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Optional Herbs and Variations

  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (for garnish)
  • Sliced jalapeños or crushed red pepper flakes (for spicy kick)
  • Mushrooms, bell peppers, spinach (for veggie boost)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dough: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a baking sheet or pizza stone to an even thickness, ensuring it will bake with a crispy outer crust and tender inside.
  2. Spread the Ranch Sauce: Generously spread ranch dressing over the rolled-out dough, leaving about a ½-inch border around the edges so the crust can rise nicely during baking.
  3. Add the Toppings: Evenly distribute the cooked and shredded chicken along with the crispy bacon pieces over the ranch layer. Then sprinkle shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheese evenly on top.
  4. Bake the Pizza: Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden, and the crust is crisp and golden brown.
  5. Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle sliced green onions and optional fresh herbs (parsley or chives) on top. Slice into portions and serve warm.

Notes

  • Pre-cook bacon until crispy to reduce grease and improve texture on the pizza.
  • Use a pizza stone preheated in the oven for a crispier crust.
  • Avoid overloading toppings to prevent soggy areas and promote even cooking.
  • Add fresh herbs such as green onions or parsley after baking to preserve their bright flavor and color.
  • Use homemade or high-quality ranch dressing to enhance the overall flavor.

Nutrition

Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza, ranch pizza, chicken pizza, bacon pizza, comfort food, easy pizza recipe, baked pizza, game day pizza

Find it online: https://tastebudtrek.com/chicken-bacon-ranch-pizza/