Chicken Pesto Pizza
Elevate your pizza game with this irresistible Chicken Pesto Pizza recipe—a flavor-packed masterpiece that combines the rich herbaceousness of pesto sauce with tender, juicy chicken and melty mozzarella. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this pizza boasts a golden, crispy crust topped with layers of vibrant pesto, savory chicken, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a sprinkling of Parmesan for that extra cheesy touch. Fresh basil and a drizzle of olive oil add a gourmet finish that’s restaurant-quality without the hassle. Ready in under 30 minutes, this easy-to-make lunch or dinner option is sure to become a family favorite. Discover the joy of homemade pizza with this quick and delicious recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 package (or homemade dough, about 12 inches in diameter) Pizza dough
- 0.5 cup Pesto sauce
- 1 cup (shredded or diced) Cooked chicken breast
- 1.5 cups (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup (sliced) Cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons (fresh, chopped, optional) Basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.
Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness (about 12 inches in diameter for one pizza). If using a baking sheet, lightly grease it or line it with parchment paper.
Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the surface of the pizza dough, leaving about a 1-inch border around the edges for the crust.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the pesto layer, spreading it evenly.
Top the pizza with the cooked chicken, distributing it evenly over the cheese.
Add the sliced cherry tomatoes to the pizza, arranging them as desired.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese and fresh basil (if using) over the toppings for extra flavor.
Drizzle the olive oil over the pizza and season with a pinch of salt and black pepper.
Transfer the pizza to a preheated oven (use a pizza stone or baking sheet) and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
Serve warm and enjoy your Chicken Pesto Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2318 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.5 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.5 g | 208% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 15.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 4454 mg | 194% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.8 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.6 g | 41% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.4 g | ||
| Protein | 137.9 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1745 mg | 134% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 925 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
