Ready for a surprising pizza flavor? This gluten-free Leeky Chicken pizza is seriously delicious.
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About This Leeky Chicken Pizza Recipe
On a visit to Vermont this summer, I learned about Folino’s Leeky Chicken pizza in Burlington and was inspired to recreate a gluten-free version to enjoy at home. Using a reliable frozen gluten-free crust, I tested toppings and proportions until I landed on a combination that balances heat, creaminess, and savory notes.
I used a trusted frozen crust from a local bakery, but any sturdy gluten-free crust will work. The key is layering simple, flavorful ingredients: olive oil, a melty three-cheese blend, buffalo chicken, sautéed leeks, crispy bacon, and a finishing drizzle of ranch.
Ingredients You Will Need
Folino’s lists the toppings as: olive oil base, three-cheese blend, buffalo chicken, leeks, bacon, ranch. Those are exactly the elements used here.
– Olive oil
– Cheeses (I prefer Colby or Monterey Jack, or a blend)
– Buffalo chicken (pre-cooked chicken breast tossed with gluten-free buffalo sauce like Frank’s)
– Leeks, washed and thinly sliced
– Cooked bacon, chopped
– Ranch dressing (confirm gluten-free)
And don’t forget a gluten-free pizza crust.
Gluten-Free Pizza Crust
I typically use crusts from regional brands I trust, or packaged gluten-free dough options available at many stores. If you prefer making dough from scratch, a reliable gluten-free pizza dough recipe will also work—just follow the preparation and baking temperatures recommended for the crust you choose.
How To Make Leeky Chicken Pizza
Prepare the gluten-free crust according to package instructions, including any prebaking recommended to ensure a crisp base. Brush a thin layer of olive oil over the crust, then add a generous layer of shredded cheese. Scatter the sliced leeks, buffalo-coated chicken, and chopped bacon evenly over the cheese. Bake as directed for your crust until the cheese is melted and the edges are golden. Once out of the oven, drizzle ranch dressing over the pizza to taste.
The result: spicy buffalo chicken, silky ranch, melty cheese, and sweet-savory leeks — plus bacon, which needs no further introduction.
Below the recipe card you’ll find ingredient amounts and brief instructions to make this at home. If you enjoy bold pizza flavors, you might also like other combinations that pair chicken, bacon, and creamy dressings.
Looking for more gluten-free dinner recipes?
Try my gluten-free Pad Thai, a dairy-free potato leek soup, or a hearty veggie chili. For fast weeknight dinners, chicken piccata served over pasta or rice is a simple, flavorful option. Explore more recipes in my collection for inspiration.
Here’s the full recipe for gluten-free Leeky Chicken pizza!
If you try it, please leave a comment — I appreciate your feedback.
Gluten-Free Leeky Chicken Pizza Recipe
Gluten-Free Leeky Chicken Pizza
1 pizza
20 minutes
15 minutes
35 minutes
Recipe inspired by Folino’s in Burlington, Vermont!
Ingredients
- 1 gluten-free pizza crust of your choice
- Olive oil, for brushing
- 1–2 cups Colby, Cheddar, or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (or a combination)
- 4 strips cooked bacon, diced small
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced small, tossed with ¼ cup gluten-free buffalo sauce
- 1–2 leeks, rinsed, dried, and sliced thin
- Ranch dressing (verify gluten-free), to drizzle on top
Instructions
Prepare the gluten-free crust according to package instructions and preheat the oven as directed. Brush the crust lightly with olive oil. Layer shredded cheese, then distribute sliced leeks, buffalo chicken, and chopped bacon evenly. Bake until cheese is melted and crust edges are golden. Remove from oven and drizzle ranch over the pizza. Slice and serve.
Nutrition Information
Yield 6
Serving Size 1
Amount Per Serving
Calories 403Total Fat 27gSaturated Fat 13gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 12gCholesterol 81mgSodium 922mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 25g
The nutrition information is provided as a courtesy. Calculate values based on your specific ingredients for the most accurate results.
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