Ingredients
– 1 pre-made pizza crust
– 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or diced
– 1/2 cup pesto sauce
– 1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
– 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
– 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
– 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
– 1 tablespoon olive oil
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh basil leaves, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Making Pesto Chicken Pizza is easy if you follow these steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
2. Prepare the Pizza Crust: If using a pre-made crust, roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness. Place it on a pizza stone or baking sheet.
3. Add Pesto Sauce: Spread the pesto sauce evenly over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
4. Add Chicken: Evenly distribute the cooked chicken over the pesto sauce.
5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese and grated Parmesan cheese over the chicken.
6. Add Optional Toppings: If desired, add cherry tomatoes and red onion on top for extra flavor and color.
7. Drizzle with Olive Oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the top of the pizza, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
8. Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and golden brown.
9. Cool and Garnish: Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh basil leaves before slicing.
10. Slice and Serve: Cut the pizza into slices and serve hot.
These steps will guide you in creating a delicious Pesto Chicken Pizza that is sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 slices
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g