Chicken, Bacon, and Ranch Pizza Recipe
Ingredients:
For the Pizza Dough:
1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/45°C)
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
1 teaspoon sugar
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
For the Topping:
1/2 cup ranch dressing (store-bought or homemade)
1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded or diced
6 strips cooked bacon, crumbled
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Fresh parsley or chives, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
Prepare the Dough:
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Mix until the dough starts to come together. Knead on a floured surface or with a dough hook in a stand mixer for about 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well.
Prepare the Pizza:
Punch down the dough and divide it into two portions (for two pizzas) or keep it whole for a large pizza.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Transfer to a pizza stone or a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Assemble the Pizza:
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