Cheesy Alfredo Deep Dish Pizza

Dive into indulgence with this Cheesy Alfredo Deep Dish Pizza, a luxurious twist on classic comfort food. Featuring a golden, homemade crust that’s thick, buttery, and perfectly crisp, this deep-dish delight is layered with rich, velvety Alfredo sauce infused with Parmesan and garlic for irresistible flavor. Topped with tender diced chicken, smoky crumbled bacon, fresh spinach, and gooey mozzarella cheese, each bite offers a symphony of savory goodness. Perfectly seasoned with Italian herbs and customizable with your favorite toppings, this pizza is baked to bubbly perfection in just 25 minutes. Elevate your pizza night with this hearty, cheesy masterpiece that's guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 1 tbsp Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1.25 cups Warm water
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 tbsp Butter
• 1.5 cups Heavy cream
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1.25 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 3 cups Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, diced
• 0.5 cup Cooked bacon, crumbled
• 1 cup Spinach, fresh
• 1 cup Optional toppings (e.g., mushrooms, onions, bell peppers)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 2

Add olive oil, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Mix until a rough dough forms.

Step 3

Gradually add the remaining flour, 1/2 cup at a time, kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic (about 5-7 minutes).

Step 4

Form the dough into a ball, place it in a greased bowl, and cover with a damp towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the Alfredo sauce. In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic until fragrant (1-2 minutes).

Step 6

Add the heavy cream to the saucepan and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese and cook until the sauce thickens (about 5 minutes). Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Grease a round deep-dish pizza pan or cast iron skillet with olive oil or non-stick spray.

Step 8

Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a large circle, slightly larger than your pizza pan. Gently press the dough into the pan, allowing it to come up the sides to create a crust.

Step 9

Spread a generous layer of the Alfredo sauce over the dough, leaving a small border at the edges.

Step 10

Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the Alfredo sauce.

Step 11

Evenly distribute the diced chicken, crumbled bacon, spinach, and any other desired toppings over the cheese layer.

Step 12

Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning on top of the toppings.

Step 13

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

Step 14

Let the pizza cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2372.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5893.0

Total Fat 343.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 172.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 1151.8mg	0%
Sodium 9784.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 365.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.2g
Protein 293.1g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 3777.8mg	0%
Iron 30.1mg	0%
Potassium 3867.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.0%

Protein: 20.5%

Carbs: 25.5%