Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

Mix warm water, yeast, and sugar.

Let sit 5 minutes until foamy.

Add flour, olive oil, and salt.

Knead 8–10 minutes.

Place in an oiled bowl.

Cover and let rise 1–2 hours until doubled.

Step 2: Prepare Chicken

Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

Cook in a skillet with olive oil until golden.

Slice into bite-sized pieces.

Step 3: Make Sauce

Combine all sauce ingredients.

Simmer 10–15 minutes.

Cool slightly.

Step 4: Create the Stuffed Crust

Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).

Divide dough into two balls.

Roll each into a 14-inch circle.

Place mozzarella sticks around the outer edge.

Fold dough over cheese.

Pinch tightly to seal.

Step 5: Assemble Pizza

Spread sauce evenly.

Add mozzarella and provolone.

Scatter grilled chicken.

Add pepperoni slices.

Sprinkle Parmesan and Italian seasoning.

Step 6: Bake

Bake 15–18 minutes until crust is golden.

Cheese should be bubbling and lightly browned.

Step 7: Garlic Butter Finish

Mix melted butter, garlic, and parsley.

Brush generously over the crust immediately after baking.

Restaurant-Style Cheese Blend

For the stretchy cheese pull shown in the photo:

70% Whole Milk Mozzarella

20% Provolone

10% Parmesan

Pro Tip

For the extra-cheesy stuffed crust shown in the image, place two layers of mozzarella sticks around the rim before sealing the dough. This creates the thick cheese-filled crust and dramatic cheese pull when slices are lifted. 🍕🧀🔥