Chicken Pesto Pizza
Yield: 8 servings
Calories: 325kcal
A delicious homemade chicken pesto pizza topped with Italian-inspired ingredients and baked on a flavorful crispy crust.
Ingredients
- 1 pound pizza dough
- olive oil, for brushing
- 2 teaspoons (4 g) cornmeal, optional
- ½ cup (120 ml) pesto sauce
- 2 cups (227 g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (114 g) cooked shredded chicken
- 1 cup (174 g) cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise
- ½ teaspoon (3 g) kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon (8 g) grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon (10 g) pine nuts, toasted
- 1 tablespoon (1 g) sliced basil
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough - Allow the prepared pizza dough to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven - Set the oven rack to the lowest position and set the temperature to 500ºF (260ºC).
- Prepare the Pan - Lightly brush a large baking sheet with olive oil. Evenly sprinkle cornmeal on the pan, if desired.
- Shape the Dough - On a lightly floured surface, stretch and shape the dough into a 10-inch circle—transfer to the baking sheet. Use your fingers to press into a 12-inch circle. Leave the edges slightly thicker, about ½-inch tall and wide.
- Add the Sauce - Brush olive oil on the edges to make the crust crispier when baked. Spread the pesto on the dough.
- Add the Toppings - Layer the dough with mozzarella cheese, chicken, and tomatoes. Evenly sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Bake - Cook until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 10 to 12 minutes.
- Serve - Garnish with parmesan cheese, pine nuts, and basil. Slice with a pizza cutter and serve immediately while still hot.
Notes
- Using my Pizza Dough Recipe: It makes enough for two pizzas. Double the topping ingredients, or use 1 crust and save the other for later.
- Storing: Cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Reheating: Place on a sheet pan and broil on the lowest rack until cheese is hot and bubbling, about 5 minutes. Alternatively, microwave in 30-second intervals until the cheese melts.
Nutrition
Calories: 325kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 746mg | Potassium: 111mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 601IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 171mg | Iron: 2mg
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