Pesto Chicken Pizza Mozzarella (Print Version)

Enjoy crisp pizza topped with chicken, basil pesto, melted cheeses, and juicy tomatoes for a vibrant mealtime.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pizza Base

01 - 1 large pre-made pizza crust (about 12 inches)

→ Sauce

02 - 1/3 cup basil pesto (store-bought or homemade)

→ Toppings

03 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
04 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
07 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 2 tablespoons pine nuts
09 - Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and position a pizza stone or baking tray inside to warm thoroughly.
02 - Arrange the pizza crust on parchment paper and spread basil pesto evenly, leaving a 0.5 inch border.
03 - Evenly distribute diced or shredded cooked chicken atop the pesto, then sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses over the surface.
04 - Arrange sliced tomato and red onion across the cheese. Scatter with pine nuts and season lightly with freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Transfer pizza with parchment paper onto the preheated stone or tray. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden and crust is crisp.
06 - Remove pizza from oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve promptly.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Fast and easy weeknight meal
  • Incredible flavor with minimal ingredients
  • Uses cooked chicken leftovers or rotisserie work great
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Well-balanced between freshness and richness
02 -
  • Easy to customize for vegetarian or gluten free
  • Full of protein and fresh flavor
  • Makes delicious leftovers and reheats well
03 -
  • Do not skip preheating your pizza stone or tray. It makes all the difference for a crisp crust.
  • If your chicken is straight from the fridge, warm it slightly so it does not cool down the pizza layers. Invest in fresh pesto when possible as the flavor really shines through.
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