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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza Recipe

ByNaya Baker October 8, 2025October 8, 2025

Introduction

This Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza combines creamy ranch dressing, tender chicken, crispy bacon, and gooey mozzarella on a homemade or store-bought crust. It’s a flavorful and comforting meal that’s perfect for pizza night with family or friends.

The image shows a close-up of a freshly baked pizza with a thick, golden-brown crust around the edges. The pizza has one main visible layer of melted cheese that is creamy white with some browned, bubbly spots. On top of the cheese, there are pieces of cooked chicken that are light brown and tender-looking, scattered evenly across the surface. Small bits of crispy bacon or similar meat add dark reddish-brown accents. The pizza sits on brown parchment paper placed on a white marbled surface, with a blurred black and white cloth in the background. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound (550g) homemade pizza dough (or store bought)
⅔ cup (155ml) ranch dressing
3 cups (340g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1½ cups (200g) chopped cooked chicken
4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Step 2: Roll out the pizza dough into a 13 to 15-inch circle and place it on a pizza pan.
Step 3: Spread the ranch dressing evenly over the dough to create a creamy base.
Step 4: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the ranch layer.
Step 5: Scatter the chopped cooked chicken and crumbled bacon evenly on top.
Step 6: Bake the pizza for about 15 minutes, or until the crust turns golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add sliced green onions or a sprinkle of smoked paprika before baking.
Swap the ranch dressing for a garlic parmesan sauce for a different twist.
Use leftover rotisserie chicken to save time and add moisture to the topping.
Consider a thin crust dough for a crispier base or a thicker dough for a more filling pizza.

Storage

Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in a skillet over medium heat or in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through to keep the crust crispy.

How to Serve

The image shows a close-up of a freshly baked pizza with a thick, golden-brown crust. The pizza is cut into squares, revealing layers that include a light brown crust base, a creamy white sauce or cheese layer, and pieces of cooked chicken and bits of browned bacon spread evenly on top. The melted cheese has some browned spots and slight bubbling, with a sprinkle of green herbs adding a touch of color. The pizza sits on parchment paper against a white marbled texture background, with part of a black and white checkered cloth visible in the distance. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use pre-cooked chicken for this pizza?

Yes, pre-cooked chicken works perfectly. You can use leftover cooked chicken, rotisserie chicken, or quickly cook some chicken breasts or thighs before chopping and adding to the pizza.

Is it necessary to preheat the oven to 425°F?

Preheating to 425°F ensures the pizza crust cooks evenly and becomes golden and crisp. Baking at a lower temperature may result in a less crispy crust and longer cooking time.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza Recipe

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This Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza combines a crispy homemade or store-bought dough base with creamy ranch dressing, melted mozzarella cheese, tender cooked chicken, and savory crispy bacon for a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for pizza lovers craving a hearty and tangy twist.

Author: Naya
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 1 large 13-15 inch pizza (serves 4) 1x
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Pizza Base

1 pound (550g) homemade pizza dough or store bought

Toppings

⅔ cup (155ml) ranch dressing
3 cups (340g) shredded mozzarella cheese
1½ cups (200g) chopped cooked chicken
4 strips bacon, cooked and crumbled

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking a crispy crust.
Prepare Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a 13-15 inch circle to fit your pizza pan evenly.
Assemble Pizza: Place the rolled dough onto the pizza pan then spread the ranch dressing evenly over the dough surface to create a flavorful base layer.
Add Toppings: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the ranch layer, followed by the chopped cooked chicken and crumbled cooked bacon strips evenly distributed.
Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 15 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and melted.

Notes

Using homemade dough allows for fresher taste, but store-bought dough is a convenient substitute.
Cook and crumble bacon ahead of time to save preparation time.
For extra flavor, consider adding sliced green onions or a sprinkle of black pepper before baking.
Check the pizza around 12 minutes to ensure it doesn’t overcook or burn depending on your oven.

Keywords: Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza, homemade pizza, ranch dressing pizza, mozzarella cheese pizza, easy pizza recipe

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