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Delicious Pesto Chicken Pizza topped with fresh basil and grilled chicken

Pesto Chicken Pizza

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A delightful twist on a classic pizza, featuring fresh basil pesto, tender chicken, and gooey mozzarella.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • Prepared Pizza Dough: 1
  • Basil Pesto: 1/4-1/2 cup
  • Shredded Mozzarella Cheese: ~1 cup
  • Shredded Chicken: ~1 cup
  • Large Tomato: 1, sliced
  • Olive Oil: To brush
  • Flaky Sea Salt: To sprinkle
  • Fresh Cracked Pepper: To finish
  • Grated Parmesan: For finishing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 450°F.
  2. Oil a small sheet tray lightly.
  3. Stretch or roll out your pizza dough to a rectangle shape and lay it in the prepared pan.
  4. Spread half of the basil pesto over the dough.
  5. Sprinkle a generous amount of mozzarella cheese.
  6. Add the shredded chicken evenly over the cheese.
  7. Top with more mozzarella and sliced tomatoes.
  8. Dollop the remaining pesto around the pizza and finish with additional mozzarella.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, use gluten-free pizza crust. This pizza pairs well with a fresh salad or roasted vegetables.

  • Author: carter_emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 500mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 45g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg