Garlic Naan Margherita Pizzas (Printable)

Crispy naan with garlic butter, marinara, melted mozzarella and fresh basil

# What You 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 - Melt butter in a small saucepan 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 piece generously with garlic butter.
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 all pizzas.
06 - Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly and edges are golden brown.
07 - Remove pizzas from oven. Top with fresh basil leaves, a drizzle of olive oil, and freshly cracked black pepper. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Incredibly fast preparation with a total time of only 15 minutes.
  • The garlic butter base provides a rich, aromatic foundation for the cheese and sauce.
  • Individual-sized portions make it easy to serve and customize for everyone.
02 -
  • Watch the garlic carefully in the saucepan to avoid browning, as burnt garlic can become bitter.
  • Add the fresh basil only after baking to keep the leaves vibrant and prevent them from wilting or turning dark in the high heat.
  • Double-check all store-bought naan labels if you have specific allergen concerns regarding nuts or soy.
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