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Chicken Pesto Pizza

A delightful twist on traditional pizza with roasted chicken, fresh pesto, and a crispy crust.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 pound pizza dough
  • 1 cup pesto store-bought or homemade
  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
  • 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves for garnish

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Rolling pin
  • Mixing bowl
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
  3. Transfer the rolled-out dough onto a floured pizza stone or baking sheet.
  4. Spread the pesto evenly over the dough, leaving a border for the crust.
  5. Layer the shredded chicken over the pesto, followed by mozzarella and parmesan cheese.
  6. Scatter the halved cherry tomatoes evenly on top.
  7. Drizzle olive oil over the toppings and season with salt and pepper.
  8. Bake the pizza in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.

Notes

For an extra crispy crust, pre-bake the dough for 5 minutes before adding the toppings.