Description
This Lemon Chicken Pizza features a tangy and creamy lemon sauce topped with grilled lemon pepper chicken, marinated artichoke hearts, fresh lemon slices, and a blend of cheeses. Finished with a peppery arugula garnish, it offers a bright twist on traditional pizza, perfect for a refreshing and flavorful meal in about 35 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Lemon Cream Sauce
- 1/4 cup butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup fresh grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Pizza
- 1 pre-prepared pizza crust
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup lemon pepper chicken, grilled and sliced
- 1 cup marinated artichoke hearts
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup arugula lettuce
Instructions
- Prepare the Lemon Cream Sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and milk. Bring the mixture to a low boil, stirring frequently to prevent sticking or burning.
- Add Cheese and Lemon Juice: Remove the saucepan from heat, then stir in the grated parmesan cheese and lemon juice until the cheese fully melts into the sauce, creating a smooth, creamy lemon sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assemble the Pizza: Roll out the pizza dough into a large circle and place it onto a cookie sheet, pizza stone, or pizza pan. Evenly spread the lemon cream sauce over the dough surface.
- Add Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Then arrange the lemon slices, marinated artichoke hearts, grilled lemon pepper chicken, and crumbled feta cheese evenly on top.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 18 to 25 minutes. Ensure the dough is fully cooked through in the center and the cheese is completely melted. If necessary, extend baking time until done.
- Rest and Garnish: Once baked, let the pizza sit for 5 minutes to set. Just before serving, top with fresh arugula leaves for an added peppery freshness.
Notes
- You can substitute the pre-prepared pizza crust with homemade dough if desired.
- Grilled lemon pepper chicken can be prepared ahead or replaced with cooked rotisserie chicken seasoned with lemon pepper.
- The arugula adds a fresh bite—add it just before serving to keep its texture crisp.
- Adjust the amount of lemon juice in the sauce to suit your taste preferences.
- If you don't have marinated artichoke hearts, you can use plain canned or frozen artichokes after draining them thoroughly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
