Pesto Chicken or Shrimp Pizza
Elevate pizza night with this irresistible Pesto Chicken or Shrimp Pizza, a fresh twist on a classic favorite. Featuring a perfectly crisp crust layered with vibrant pesto sauce, tender chicken or succulent shrimp, and a delightful blend of melted mozzarella and Parmesan, this pizza is bursting with flavor in every bite. Bright cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, and a drizzle of olive oil add layers of texture and color, while freshly chopped basil ties it all together with a fragrant finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this gourmet-inspired pizza is perfect for quick weeknight dinners or impressive weekend gatherings. Whether you’re craving the heartiness of chicken or the delicate sweetness of shrimp, this recipe delivers a delicious balance of savory, cheesy, and herbaceous goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (about 12-16 oz) Pizza dough
- 0.5 cup Pesto sauce
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast or cooked shrimp
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating for best results.
Lightly oil a large baking sheet or pizza pan if not using a pizza stone.
Roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle and transfer it to the prepared surface.
Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving about 1/2 inch around the edges for the crust.
Evenly distribute the cooked chicken breast or shrimp over the pesto sauce.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese across the pizza, followed by the Parmesan cheese.
Top with halved cherry tomatoes and thin slices of red onion for added flavor and color.
Drizzle the surface lightly with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Carefully transfer the pizza to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves for a bright, aromatic finishing touch.
Slice and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
740 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.1 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.6 g | 63% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1350 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.6 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 559 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 385 mg | 8% | |
*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.
