Wonderful Chicken Pizza with Fresh Basil
Indulge in the cheesy, savory goodness of this Wonderful Chicken Pizza with Fresh Basil—a homemade delight that’s perfect for dinner or a casual gathering. Featuring a crisp, golden crust and topped with tender cooked chicken, a duo of melty mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and a vibrant tomato pizza sauce, this recipe is a symphony of rich and comforting flavors. A drizzle of olive oil enhances the richness, while a sprinkling of dried oregano and garlic powder adds a dash of Italian flair. The pizza is finished with fresh basil leaves after baking, providing a fragrant, herbaceous touch that elevates every bite. Ready in just 33 minutes, this easy-to-make pizza with fresh basil and chicken is a must-try for pizza lovers seeking a restaurant-quality meal at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large ball (approximately 12-inch base) Pizza dough
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast
- 2 cups (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Tomato pizza sauce
- 0.5 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet inside to heat.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough to your desired thickness, approximately 12 inches in diameter.
Carefully transfer the rolled-out dough onto a sheet of parchment paper for easy handling.
Spread the tomato pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about 1/2 inch of space around the edges for the crust.
Scatter the cooked chicken breast pieces evenly across the sauce layer.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken, ensuring it covers the toppings evenly.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese on top for an extra cheesy taste.
Drizzle olive oil lightly over the entire pizza for added richness and flavor.
Season the pizza with dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper for a well-rounded taste.
Using oven mitts, carefully place the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and melted.
Once removed from the oven, add fresh basil leaves on top for a burst of aromatic flavor.
Let the pizza cool for 3 to 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1970 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.2 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.7 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 5473 mg | 238% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 143.7 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 151.8 g | 304% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 2139 mg | 165% | |
| Iron | 11.3 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1346 mg | 29% | |
*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.
