Go Back
+ servings
up close bacon flatbread
Print Recipe
5 from 4 votes

Caramelized Onion and Bacon Flatbread

Caramelized Onion and Bacon Flatbread isn't only gorgeous to look at, but also mouth-wateringly delicious to eat! Flatbread topped with buttery sweet Vidalia onions, crisp bacon, Italian seasonings, parmesan, and arugula makes a wonderful meal or impressive appetizer! 
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 pre-made uncooked thin pizza crust
  • 1 large Vidalia onion diced
  • ¼ cup beef broth
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 6 sliced thick-cut bacon
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian blend seasoning or Herbs de Provence
  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  • ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 handful fresh baby arugula

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. While oven is preheating, prepare the onions and bacon.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Stir in onions for 1 minute. Cook about 10 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Stir in beef broth for 2-3 minutes til reduced. Remove onions from heat.
  • While onions are caramelizing, cook the bacon in a second skillet til near-crisp. Chop and set aside.
  • Drizzle crust with olive oil. Top with minced garlic (spread it around so it isn't all in one place) and sprinkle with dried herbs.
  • Add onions and bacon and bake on a sheet of foil or parchment paper for 10-12 minutes til crust is golden brown.
  • Top with freshly grated parmesan and arugula, slice, and serve.

Notes

Add a drizzle of balsamic vinegar to take this flatbread to the next level! 

Nutrition

Calories: 377kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 612mg | Potassium: 135mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 61IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 2mg
QR Code linking back to recipe