Blackened Chicken Pizza

Two nights ago I had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Rod Stewart concert and let me tell you that man still has it going on. He was dancing all over that stage and singing one song after another stopping only for wardrobe changes and when he sang "hot legs" he was kicking soccer balls half way across the arena. Did I mention he is almost 65 years old? It was a great concert! One of my favorite songs by Mr. Stewart is "Rhythm of my Heart" and I will just say that the rhythm oof my heart leads me to pizza and not so much "where the ocean meets the sky." Today I am giving you the recipe for Paula Deens' Blackened Chicken Pizza.

Blackened Chicken Pizza (Paula Deen)

3 teaspoons blackening seasoning, divided (found on the spices aisle)
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, pounded to 1/4 in. thickness
4 tbs. butter, divided
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 shallot, minced
2 tbs. all purpose flour
1/4 cup white wine
3/4 cup milk
2 tbs. chopped fresh basil
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/2 cup fresh spinach leaves
8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 cup grated Parmesan cheese.
Pizza crust

Sprinkle 2 tsp. blackening season evenly over chicken breast. In a large skillet, melt 2 tbsp. butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes per side until done. Remove from heat, cool and cut chicken into bite sized pieces.

In a large skillet melt remaining 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add garlic and shallot and cook for 2 minutes. Stir in flour, cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. gradually whisk in wine and milk. Continue to whisk for 4-5 minutes or until thickened. Stir in basil and remaining 1 tsp. blackening season. Remove from heat.

Preheat oven to 450.

Spread cream mixture evenly over prepared, unbaked pizza crust. Sprinkle with 1 cup mozzarella cheese. Top evenly with spinach, chicken and bacon. Sprinkle another 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese and 1 cup grated parmesan cheese over the top.

Bake for 15-20 minutes or until lightly brown.

Doesn't that look delicious?!