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Pesto Chicken Pizza

Pesto Chicken Pizza

A vibrant and herbaceous Pesto Chicken Pizza featuring a nutty, garlic-scented pesto, tender chicken, and melted cheese, perfect for sharing and elevating casual dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 8 slices servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  • 1/2 cup basil pesto
  • 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast (cubed or shredded)
  • 2 cups low-moisture shredded mozzarella
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
  • Fresh basil leaves & red pepper flakes (to taste)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it inside while the oven heats.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, stretch the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
  3. Spread the basil pesto evenly over the dough, leaving a half-inch border for the crust.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella over the pesto, followed by the grated parmesan.
  5. Scatter the cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onions over the cheese.
  6. Transfer the pizza to the oven or preheated stone and bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven, let sit for two minutes, then garnish with fresh basil leaves and red pepper flakes before slicing.

Notes

Ensure chicken is fully cooked and use low-moisture mozzarella for best results. Let the pizza rest briefly after baking to prevent toppings from sliding off.