Creamy Pizza Sauce and Topping

Transform your homemade pizza nights with this indulgent Creamy Pizza Sauce and Topping recipe, a dreamy alternative to traditional red pizza sauce. Perfectly blending the richness of a Parmesan-infused white sauce with sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, red onions, and tender cooked chicken, this pizza is a flavor-packed delight. The sauce, made with a velvety base of butter, milk, and heavy cream, adds a luxurious creaminess, while shredded mozzarella melts to golden, bubbly perfection in the oven. Topped with fresh basil, this gourmet-style pizza is ready in under 45 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Whether you're seeking a unique twist on pizza or simply craving something comforting, this recipe will elevate your pizza game to the next level.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.5 cups Grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cloves Minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 1 cup Mushrooms (sliced)
• 0.5 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 cup Bell peppers (sliced)
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed)
• 2 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter.

Step 2

Add the all-purpose flour and whisk constantly for 1 minute to create a roux.

Step 3

Gradually pour in the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to avoid lumps.

Step 4

Stir in the Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes smooth. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil.

Step 6

Add the sliced mushrooms, red onion, and bell peppers. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).

Step 8

Spread the prepared creamy sauce evenly over a prepared pizza dough base.

Step 9

Layer the sautéed vegetables and shredded or cubed cooked chicken over the sauce.

Step 10

Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the toppings.

Step 11

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and melted.

Step 12

Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired. Let cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy your creamy pizza masterpiece!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1432.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2174.8

Total Fat 135.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 582.7mg	0%
Sodium 3822.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 64.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.0g	0%
Total Sugars 29.7g
Protein 159.5g	0%

Vitamin D 170.8IU	0%
Calcium 2182.1mg	0%
Iron 10.1mg	0%
Potassium 2387.7mg	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: 57.6%

Protein: 30.2%

Carbs: 12.2%