Crispy Garlic Parmesan Naan Pizza (Print View)

Crispy naan with garlic butter, Parmesan, and your favorite toppings

# Components:

→ Garlic Butter

01 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
02 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped

→ Pizza

04 - 2 large garlic naan breads
05 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
07 - 1/2 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce
08 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
09 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
10 - 1/2 cup baby spinach leaves
11 - 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
12 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, and parsley until fully incorporated.
03 - Place naan breads on prepared baking sheet. Brush each naan generously with garlic butter mixture, covering entire surface.
04 - Sprinkle half of the grated Parmesan cheese evenly across both naan breads.
05 - Distribute pizza sauce or marinara sauce evenly over the Parmesan layer on each naan.
06 - Layer shredded mozzarella over sauce, then distribute cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, and baby spinach leaves across both pizzas.
07 - Sprinkle remaining Parmesan cheese over toppings. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
08 - Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and naan edges are crispy.
09 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Incredibly Fast: Goes from prep to table in only 22 minutes.
  • Texture Contrast: Combines the soft, pillowy texture of naan with a crunchy, garlic-butter toasted edge.
  • Fresh Flavors: Uses vibrant spinach, red onion, and cherry tomatoes for a garden-fresh taste.
  • Simple Fusion: A creative way to use garlic naan for a gourmet-style pizza at home.
02 -
  • Avoid Sogginess: Layering Parmesan under the sauce acts as a barrier to keep the naan crust crispy.
  • Allergen Awareness: This dish contains wheat and milk; always check your specific naan and cheese labels for potential egg or soy cross-contamination.
  • Even Baking: Thinly slice the red onions to ensure they soften and caramelize slightly during the short 12-minute baking time.
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