Garlic Naan Margherita Pizzas (Printable)

Crispy naan topped with garlic butter, marinara, mozzarella, and fresh basil - ready in 15 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Garlic Butter

01 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
02 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
03 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Pizzas

05 - 4 pieces naan bread
06 - 1 cup marinara sauce
07 - 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
08 - 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves
09 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
10 - Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned. Stir in parsley and salt, then remove from heat.
03 - Place naan breads on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each naan generously with the garlic butter mixture.
04 - Spread 1/4 cup marinara sauce evenly over each naan, leaving a small border around the edges.
05 - Sprinkle mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce on each pizza.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden brown.
07 - Remove pizzas from the oven. Top with fresh basil leaves, a drizzle of olive oil, and freshly cracked black pepper. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ultra Fast: With only 5 minutes of prep and 10 minutes of cooking, it's a perfect weeknight solution.
  • Flavor Fusion: The addition of garlic butter to the naan elevates the classic Margherita flavor profile.
  • Customizable: Easily adapted for vegan diets or extra veggie toppings.
02 -
  • Freshness Matters: Using fresh basil added right after baking provides the best aroma and color contrast.
  • Don't Overload: Keep the sauce to about 1/4 cup per naan to prevent the bread from becoming soggy.
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