Description
French bread pizza is a quick and delicious way to satisfy your pizza cravings. With its crispy crust, melted cheese, and customizable toppings, this dish is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Whip up this family favorite in under 30 minutes and enjoy the gooey goodness that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 French bread loaf (12 oz)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- ½ cup bell peppers, chopped
- ½ cup onions, chopped
- 1 cup cooked chicken or ground beef
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise and place it cut-side up on the baking sheet.
- Spread an even layer of tomato sauce over each half of the bread.
- Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Add chopped vegetables and cooked chicken or ground beef on top.
- Season with Italian seasoning and bake for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For a vegetarian option, load up on extra veggies or substitute meat with plant-based protein. Try different cheeses like cheddar or provolone for added flavor. Pre-bake the bread halves for 5 minutes before adding toppings to enhance crispiness.