This Bacon Ranch Chicken Pizza is a fresh, colorful, and satisfying dinner that brings together the comfort of pizza with the bright flavors of summer produce. Instead of a heavy tomato sauce, this recipe uses roasted cherry tomatoes, sweet corn, spinach, red bell pepper, ranch-seasoned chicken, crispy bacon, and crumbled queso fresco. Everything is layered on a store-bought pizza crust, then finished with a creamy avocado ranch dressing for a cool, tangy drizzle.
The result is a chicken bacon ranch pizza that feels lighter and more refreshing than a traditional delivery-style pizza, while still being packed with flavor. It is a great option for a weeknight meal because the ingredients are simple, the cooking steps are straightforward, and the entire pizza can be ready in about 40 minutes. It is especially good when corn and tomatoes are in season, but it can also be made with frozen or canned corn when you need a quicker shortcut.
Ranch dressing and pizza are a popular pairing, and this recipe takes that idea a step further by using ranch seasoning on the chicken and avocado ranch as the finishing sauce. The ranch flavor is present without overpowering the fresh vegetables, and the avocado adds a smooth, creamy texture to the dressing. The combination of bacon, chicken, corn, tomatoes, and queso fresco also gives the pizza a slightly taco-inspired feel, making it different from a standard chicken pizza.
Fresh grilled corn adds sweetness and a little smoky flavor, but you can use canned or frozen corn if you want to save time. The roasted cherry tomatoes replace a traditional sauce and give the pizza juicy bursts of flavor. If you prefer a spicier pizza with more taco-style flavor, salsa can be used in place of the roasted tomatoes. The red bell pepper adds crunch and color, while the spinach brings freshness and balances the richness of the bacon and cheese.
This Bacon Ranch Chicken Pizza comes together in an efficient way. While the tomatoes roast and the bacon cooks in the oven, the chicken can be seasoned and sautéed on the stovetop. Once those ingredients are ready, everything is layered over the crust and baked until the cheese melts and the crust begins to brown. A quick minute or two under the broiler helps make the crust crispier, but that step is optional.
The avocado ranch dressing is made in a blender, so it only takes a few minutes to prepare. Because avocado naturally browns once it is exposed to air, it is best to make the dressing right before serving rather than preparing it far in advance. Drizzle it over the hot pizza just before slicing, or serve it on the side so everyone can add as much as they like.
Bacon Ranch Chicken Pizza
A fresh and flavorful chicken bacon ranch pizza made with roasted tomatoes, corn, spinach, red bell pepper, bacon, queso fresco, and a creamy avocado ranch drizzle.
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Ingredients
- 1 ear of corn
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- 3 slices bacon
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 1 teaspoon butter plus more for greasing the pan
- 1 pizza crust
- 1 cup spinach
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- ¾ cup queso fresco
For the Avocado Ranch Dressing
- ½ avocado
- ½ cup light sour cream
- 2 teaspoons ranch dressing mix
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- Dash of pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Juice of half a lime
- 3 tablespoons water
Instructions
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Cook the corn first. For the best flavor, heat a grill to 400 degrees and place the corn, still in the husk, directly on the grill. Cook for 20 minutes, turning it a few times. Remove it from the grill and let it cool before slicing the kernels off the cob.
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Roast the tomatoes. Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Slice the cherry tomatoes and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. Bake for 15 minutes, until softened and juicy.
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Cook the bacon. Heat the oven to 400 degrees. Place the bacon on a foil-lined baking sheet and bake for 12 minutes. The bacon should be cooked but not overly crisp, since it will bake again on the pizza. Let it cool, then chop it into pieces.
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While the bacon bakes, cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Place the chicken in a large zip-top bag and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon of dry ranch dressing mix. Seal the bag and shake until the chicken is evenly coated.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook for 2 minutes, until lightly browned. Flip the pieces and cook for 1 more minute. Cover the skillet, reduce the heat to low, and cook for another 8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.
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Grease a sheet pan with butter and roll out the pizza crust. Brush the crust lightly with olive oil. Spread the roasted tomatoes over the crust. Toss the corn kernels with 1 teaspoon of butter and a small pinch of salt, then add them to the pizza.
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Layer the sliced red bell pepper, ranch chicken, spinach, chopped bacon, and queso fresco over the pizza. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until the cheese has melted and the crust begins to brown. For a crispier finish, place the pizza under the broiler for 1 to 2 minutes, watching carefully so it does not burn.
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While the pizza bakes, make the avocado ranch dressing. Add the avocado, sour cream, ranch dressing mix, salt, pepper, olive oil, lime juice, and water to a blender. Blend until smooth. If the dressing is too thick to drizzle, add a little more water and blend again.
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Remove the pizza from the oven, drizzle with avocado ranch dressing, slice, and serve warm.
If you enjoy the combination of chicken, bacon, and ranch, this pizza is a great recipe to add to your dinner rotation. The ranch-seasoned chicken brings savory flavor, the bacon adds a smoky bite, and the avocado ranch dressing ties everything together with a creamy finish.
This recipe also works well as a casual weekend meal, a summer pizza night idea, or a fun alternative to classic chicken pizza. Serve it as written, or adjust the toppings based on what you have on hand.
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