Best 2 Chicken Basil Pizza Recipes

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Within the realm of culinary delights, few dishes reign supreme like the delectable chicken basil pizza. This tantalizing combination of succulent chicken, aromatic basil, and savory cheese harmoniously orchestrated upon a crispy pizza crust, captures the essence of culinary bliss. Embark on a culinary journey as we unveil the secrets behind crafting the perfect chicken basil pizza, guiding you through the selection of the finest ingredients, the art of preparing the perfect dough, and the techniques for achieving a symphony of flavors that will leave your taste buds in awe.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

WONDERFUL CHICKEN PIZZA WITH FRESH BASIL



Wonderful Chicken Pizza With Fresh Basil image

Use your favorite pizza dough or store-bought crust (I won't tell..). This is easy and quick - perfect for a simple week night dinner. Sauce and topping are enough for a 12" pizza.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 cloves garlic
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste (no salt added)
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt
crushed red pepper flakes, amount depending how spicy you like your sauce to be (I used 2 tsp)
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 tablespoons ketchup
1/2 lemon, juice of
3 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
3 (2 ounce) boneless skinless chicken breast halves
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 lemon, juice of
1 small red bell pepper, diced
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded (amount depending on how cheesy you like your pizza)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated (amount depending on how cheesy you like your pizza)

Steps:

  • Sauce: Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat; fry garlic for 1 minute, until fragrant
  • Add tomato paste, coriander, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper flakes; give the mixture a good stir
  • Turn the heat down to medium, and add the white wine, ketchup and lemon juice
  • Simmer sauce for 1 minute (low heat), then stir in the chopped basil; remove from heat, cover and set aside
  • Topping: Make sure the chicken breasts are quite flat, if not, pound them between clingwrap with a meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Next sprinkle some salt, black pepper, basil, coriander and oregano over both sides; rub in the seasonings using your fingers
  • Lay the chicken on foil-lined baking tray
  • Combine lemon juice and olive oil; drizzle over the chicken and bake in preheated oven at 200°C / 390°F for 15mins or until just cooked through
  • Remove from oven, cool slightly and slice the chicken, across the grain, into small strips
  • Spread the sauce on your favorite pizza crust, scatter the cooked chicken and diced pepper over the sauce
  • Top the pizza with mozzarella cheese and bake for approx 10-15mins (depending on your crust)
  • Remove from oven, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, and serve immediately

CHICKEN BASIL PIZZA



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Categories     Sandwich     Chicken     Bake     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Healthy

Yield 8-10 slices

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pizza crust - frozen, tube or homemade
1 boneless chicken breast cut into small cubes
chopped fresh basil to taste
three cloves garlic minced
1 large tomato diced
1 small can sliced black olives - drained
1/2 cup diced red onion
1 cup chopped mushrooms
olive oil
2 cups shredded mozzarella
1 cup shredded parmesan
cajun seasoning for chicken
2 tsp. dried basil

Steps:

  • prepare pizza crust for pan or pizza stone. Sprinkle generously with olive oil and add the dried basil, some of the garlic and spread over the crust. In a frying pan put some oil and let heat up. Sprinkle the cut up chicken with the cajun seasoning and place in hot pan and cook till no longer pink. While cooking add the mushrooms and onions and cook till chicken is done. Place the chicken, olives, tomatoes and cooked vegetables on the pizza crust and spread around. Sprinkle the chopped fresh basil all over the pizza. Add the cheeses and bake at 425 degree hot oven for 20 minutes or until the crust is browned on the bottom. Enjoy

Tips:

  • Choose the right dough: You can use store-bought pizza dough or make your own. If you're making your own, be sure to let it rise properly before using it.
  • Use fresh ingredients: Fresh basil, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese will give your pizza the best flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the pizza: Too many toppings will make the pizza soggy. Stick to a few simple toppings that you love.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature: This will help the crust get crispy and the cheese melt evenly.
  • Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing: This will help prevent the toppings from sliding off.

Conclusion:

Chicken basil pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a pizza that is both flavorful and satisfying. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chicken basil pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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