Garlic Naan Chicken Caesar Pizzas (Printable)

Crispy naan base with Caesar chicken, melty cheeses and fresh romaine for a quick fusion meal.

# What You'll Need:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
02 - 1/3 cup Caesar dressing
03 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garlic Naan

04 - 4 garlic naan breads

→ Toppings

05 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
06 - 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
07 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

→ Finishing

10 - 2 cups chopped romaine lettuce
11 - 1/4 cup shaved parmesan
12 - Extra Caesar dressing for drizzling
13 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

# How To:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, toss cooked chicken with Caesar dressing and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - In a small bowl, mix melted butter with minced garlic and dried Italian herbs. Brush the top of each naan with the garlic butter mixture.
04 - Place naan breads on the prepared baking sheet. Evenly distribute Caesar chicken over the naan. Sprinkle with mozzarella and grated parmesan.
05 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are golden.
06 - Remove from oven and let cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Top each pizza with chopped romaine and shaved parmesan. Drizzle lightly with extra Caesar dressing and finish with black pepper.
07 - Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in 30 minutes flat, making weeknight dinners feel restaurant-quality without the stress.
  • The combination of crispy naan, creamy Caesar, melted cheese, and fresh romaine creates this perfect textural contrast that keeps you reaching for another slice.
  • It's flexible enough to work with whatever protein you have on hand, yet elegant enough to serve when friends drop by unexpectedly.
02 -
  • The timing of when you add the romaine is crucial; if you pile it on before serving, the residual heat will wilt it into mush, which defeats the entire textural purpose.
  • Don't skip brushing the naan with garlic butter; it's the difference between a functional pizza and one that tastes like you actually planned this meal.
03 -
  • If you have access to a good butcher counter, ask for freshly sliced chicken breast; cooking it yourself takes five minutes in a pan with salt and pepper, and the flavor difference is real.
  • Keep your oven at 425°F; lower temperatures won't crisp the naan enough, and higher ones will burn the cheese before the naan gets properly golden.
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