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Pesto Chicken Pizza

Irresistibly Easy Pesto Chicken Pizza for Cozy Nights

This Pesto Chicken Pizza combines cooked chicken, vibrant pesto, and gooey mozzarella for a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Base
  • 1 pre-made pizza crust saves time and gives you a head start
For the Chicken Topping
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced use leftover rotisserie chicken for convenience
  • ½ cup pesto sauce adds vibrant flavors
For the Cheesy Goodness
  • 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded provides creaminess and stretch
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated adds delightful, nutty flavor
For Optional Freshness
  • ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved provides sweetness and color
  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced complements other flavors
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil enhances flavor and crust crispness
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • fresh basil leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • floured surface

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Roll out the pre-made pizza crust on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
  3. Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
  4. Distribute the cooked shredded or diced chicken over the pesto sauce.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the chicken, followed by the grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. If desired, add halved cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced red onion for added color and flavor.
  7. Lightly drizzle olive oil over the top of the pizza and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh basil leaves.
  10. Slice the pizza into slices and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover pizza in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer storage, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 2 months.

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