Keto Garlic Chicken Bacon Pizza with Cream Cheese
A straightforward skillet pizza featuring tender chunks of seasoned chicken and bacon bound together with a garlicky cream cheese base and melted mozzarella on a prebaked crust. The cream cheese creates a rich, savory sauce that distinguishes this from traditional tomato-based pizzas. Perfect for weeknight dinners when you want something hearty and satisfying without extensive prep.
Ingredients
- 1 prebaked pizza crust, 10 inch
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 ounce boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into small chunks
- ½ teaspoon seasoned salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 4 slice bacon, cooked until lightly crisp
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¾ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 425 degrees with rack in center position.
- 2
Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until lightly crisp, then remove and drain on paper towels.
- 3
In the same skillet, cook chicken chunks seasoned with salt and garlic powder until no longer pink.
- 4
Spread softened cream cheese evenly over pizza crust.
- 5
Sprinkle garlic powder and oregano over cream cheese layer.
- 6
Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, crumbled bacon, and cooked chicken.
- 7
Bake for 15 to 20 minutes until cheese is bubbly.
Tips
Slightly undercook bacon before topping; it finishes crisping in the oven for ideal texture.
Use softened cream cheese from a tub for easier spreading and more even distribution.
Good to Know
Cover leftover pizza and refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350 F oven for 8-10 minutes.
Prepare and cook chicken and bacon up to 1 day ahead; assemble and bake fresh when ready.
Serve hot directly from oven with a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.
Common Mistakes
Don't fully crisp bacon before topping; it will become tough and bitter in the oven.
Don't spread cold or room-temperature cream cheese; it won't distribute evenly and bake unevenly.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I use a regular homemade pizza dough instead of prebaked crust?
Yes, but prebaked crust significantly reduces total cook time. If using fresh dough, increase bake time to 20-25 minutes, ensuring the crust is golden and edges firm before removing.
What if I don't have cream cheese?
Use softened ricotta cheese or a mix of sour cream and parmesan in equal parts. Ricotta creates a lighter texture; the sour cream blend adds tang and depth.
How long can I keep leftovers?
Refrigerate covered pizza up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350 F oven for 8-10 minutes to restore crispness. Do not freeze; the crust becomes soggy when thawed.