Olive Garden Recipes

Chicken Alfredo Pizza – Easy Olive Garden Copycat

Chicken Alfredo Pizza – Easy Olive Garden Copycat

This Chicken Alfredo Pizza is a creamy, cheesy take on a classic comfort food — loaded with garlic, shredded chicken, and two types of cheese on a soft, golden crust. It’s simple to put together, super cozy, and honestly way cheaper (and faster) than delivery.

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Quick Summary

  • Prep time: 15 mins
  • Cook time: 12 mins
  • Flavor: Buttery, cheesy, garlicky
  • Great for: Tired nights, small wins, leftovers

Why I Like This Recipe

Honestly? I wasn’t even hungry. Just tired and pacing. Had a leftover chicken breast and a ball of dough in the fridge and this kinda happened. I made a quick alfredo sauce, didn’t measure anything too perfect, tossed it all on a crust. It looked fine. Then I took a bite and… yeah, it slapped. I’ve made it twice since. It’s low effort, high reward.

Ingredients

  • 1 homemade pizza crust (store-bought is fine)
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup milk
  • ⅓ cup grated parmesan
  • Salt + pepper to taste
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, chopped or shredded
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • Extra parmesan (optional but yeah, do it)

How To Make Chicken Alfredo Pizza

  1. Make the sauce: In a small saucepan, melt butter and garlic until fragrant. Stir in cream cheese until it softens, then slowly add milk. Keep stirring. Toss in parmesan, season with salt and pepper. Done.
  2. Preheat the oven: 425°F. If your dough’s thick, bake it alone for 4–5 mins first so the middle doesn’t get soggy.
  3. Assemble the pizza: Spread the alfredo sauce on the crust. Add mozzarella, chicken, then a little more cheese on top. Just layer it however you want.
  4. Bake it: 8–12 minutes, or until the edges go golden and the cheese is all bubbly and kinda browned in spots.
  5. Serve hot: Cut it up and eat it however you like. I usually don’t bother with a plate.
Chicken Alfredo Pizza – Easy Olive Garden Copycat
Chicken Alfredo Pizza – Easy Olive Garden Copycat

Tips for Success

  • Use room temp cream cheese or the sauce will fight you.
  • Pre-bake the crust if it’s on the thicker side. Helps the middle cook through.
  • Don’t skip the garlic. It’s literally the base of all the flavor.
  • More parmesan = more flavor. Don’t hold back.

Storage and Reheating

  • Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Still good cold, tbh.
  • Freezer: Freeze cooked slices. Reheat straight from frozen. Works surprisingly well.
  • Microwave: Quick but soft. Fine if you’re desperate.
  • Oven (recommended): 300°F until hot and re-melted. Or use a toaster oven. Crisps the crust back up.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can I use jarred alfredo sauce?
    Yeah, totally. It’s not exactly the same, but still good in a pinch.
  • What kind of chicken should I use?
    Leftover roast chicken, rotisserie, pan-seared — anything works as long as it’s cooked.
  • Can I make this vegetarian?
    Yep. Skip the chicken, add sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or roasted broccoli.
  • Can I use a different cheese?
    Sure — provolone, fontina, or even cheddar could be fun. Mozz just melts the nicest.
  • Do I need a pizza stone?
    Nah. A regular baking sheet works fine. Just make sure it’s hot if you want that crispy base.

Common Mistakes and How to Dodge Them

  • Using cold cream cheese: It clumps and never melts right. Let it sit out or microwave it a bit first.
  • Sauce too thin or watery: Add more cream cheese or simmer it longer. You want it thick enough to coat a spoon.
  • Soggy crust: This happens if the sauce is too runny and you skip pre-baking. Watch for both.
  • Overloading the toppings: It’s tempting, but too much chicken or cheese = greasy mess. Keep it balanced-ish.
  • Not tasting the sauce: This one matters. Taste before you spread it on the dough. Salt, pepper, more cheese — whatever it needs.

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 447 kcal
  • Total Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 82mg
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Potassium: 210mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 3g
  • Protein: 24g

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Chicken Alfredo Pizza – Easy Olive Garden Copycat

Recipe by LuluCourse: DinnerCuisine: Italian-AmericanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

3

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

12

minutes
Calories

447

kcal

A creamy chicken alfredo pizza that’s fast, filling, and doesn’t take much to pull together on tired nights.

Ingredients

  • 1 pizza crust

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 2 oz cream cheese

  • ½ cup milk

  • ⅓ cup grated parmesan

  • Salt and pepper

  • 1 cup cooked chicken

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella

  • Extra parmesan

Directions

  • Melt butter and garlic in a small pan.
  • Stir in cream cheese and milk until smooth. Add parmesan, salt, and pepper.
  • Roll out crust and pre-bake 4–5 mins if thick.
  • Spread sauce, layer cheese and chicken.
  • Bake at 425°F for 8–12 mins until bubbly.
  • Slice and serve hot.

Notes

  • Use softened cream cheese.
  • Pre-bake thick crusts.
  • Sauce can be made ahead.
  • Add extra toppings if you’re feeling it (mushrooms, spinach, etc.).

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