Best 7 Contest Winning Greek Pizza Recipes

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If you're looking for a sure-fire way to win a pizza contest, you've come to the right place. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to creating the perfect Greek pizza that will impress judges and leave your taste buds wanting more. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the art of pizza-making, we'll take you through every step of the process, ensuring you craft a pizza that not only looks stunning but delivers an unforgettable taste sensation. So get ready to embark on a culinary journey and discover the secrets behind creating a contest-winning Greek pizza.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK PIZZA



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A light and flavorful pizza featuring feta, tomatoes, and spinach. I like to use a homemade whole wheat crust, rolled thin.

Provided by ESTEPHAN

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
½ cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
2 ¼ teaspoons lemon juice
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
ground black pepper to taste
1 (14 ounce) package refrigerated pizza crust
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1 large tomato, thinly sliced
⅓ cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
¾ cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). If using a pizza stone, place in oven to preheat.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet; cook and stir onion and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes. Add spinach and continue to cook and stir until all liquid has evaporated, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat and season with basil, lemon juice, oregano, and pepper. Allow mixture to cool slightly.
  • Unroll pizza dough on preheated pizza stone or a large baking sheet and brush with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Spread spinach mixture over dough, leaving a small border at the edge of the pizza crust. Top with 1 cup mozzarella cheese.
  • Press tomato slices into seasoned bread crumbs until coated; arrange tomatoes over pizza. Spread remaining 1 cup mozzarella cheese and feta cheese over tomatoes.
  • Bake in preheated oven until pizza crust is golden brown and cheese is melted, about 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 609.4 calories, Carbohydrate 63.1 g, Cholesterol 61.3 mg, Fat 26.2 g, Fiber 4.1 g, Protein 30 g, SaturatedFat 11 g, Sodium 1531.2 mg, Sugar 10 g

CONTEST-WINNING GREEK PIZZA



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Pita breads make crispy crusts for these individual pizzas. Topped with feta and ricotta cheese as well as spinach, tomatoes and basil, the fast pizzas are a hit with everyone who tries them. -Doris Allers of Portage, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 pita breads (6 inches)
1 cup reduced-fat ricotta cheese
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
3 medium tomatoes, sliced
3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3/4 teaspoon dried basil

Steps:

  • Place pita breads on a baking sheet. Combine ricotta cheese and garlic powder; spread over pitas. Top with spinach, tomatoes, feta cheese and basil. , Bake at 400° for 12-15 minutes or until bread is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 642mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

AWARD WINNING PIZZA



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

7 ounces pizza dough
2 tablespoons heavy cream
3 ounces mozzarella knots, shredded
6 thin slices pancetta
One 2-inch piece zucchini, thinly sliced
2 ounces herbed cream cheese

Steps:

  • Place a pizza stone on the floor or the lowest rack of your oven. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Pat the pizza dough into a 12-inch diameter circle and place it on a peel. Spread on the heavy cream, then the mozzarella. Place the pancetta slices on so there is pancetta on each slice of pizza (6 slices). Finally, add the zucchini and chunks of the cream cheese. Slide the pizza onto the stone and bake for 8 for 10 minutes.
  • Buon Appetito!

AWARD WINNING PIZZA



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

7 ounces pizza dough
2 tablespoons heavy cream
3 ounces mozzarella knots, shredded
6 thin slices pancetta
One 2-inch piece zucchini, thinly sliced
2 ounces herbed cream cheese

Steps:

  • Place a pizza stone on the floor or the lowest rack of your oven. Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
  • Pat the pizza dough into a 12-inch diameter circle and place it on a peel. Spread on the heavy cream, then the mozzarella. Place the pancetta slices on so there is pancetta on each slice of pizza (6 slices). Finally, add the zucchini and chunks of the cream cheese. Slide the pizza onto the stone and bake for 8 for 10 minutes.
  • Buon Appetito!

CONTEST-WINNING GREEK PASTA BAKE



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I've taken this hot dish to potlucks and it's received rave reviews. There's never a morsel left. Best of all, it's a simple, healthy and hearty supper made with ingredients that are easy to find. -Anne Taglienti, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3-1/3 cups uncooked whole grain spiral or penne pasta
4 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1 can (29 ounces) tomato sauce
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) no-salt-added diced tomatoes, drained
1 package (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
2 cans (2-1/4 ounces each) sliced ripe olives, drained
1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Optional: Chopped fresh oregano or fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl, combine the pasta, chicken, tomato sauce, tomatoes, spinach, olives, onion, green pepper, basil and oregano. , Transfer to a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with cheeses. Bake, uncovered, at 400° until heated through and cheese is melted. If desired, sprinkle with oregano or basil. Freeze option: Cool unbaked casserole; cover and freeze. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Preheat oven to 400°. Bake casserole as directed, increasing time as necessary to heat through and for a thermometer inserted in center to read 165°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 398 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 832mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LOADED GREEK TOPPING PIZZA



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Make and share this Loaded Greek Topping Pizza recipe from Food.com.

Provided by queenbeatrice

Categories     Greek

Time 30m

Yield 1 pizza, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

12 ounces pizza dough
1 cup pizza sauce
1 1/2 cups mozzarella cheese
2 cups cooked chicken, cubed
1 large red onion, sliced thin
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup tomatoes, seeded, diced
1/4 cup kalamata olive, crushed
1 tablespoon oregano, fresh

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Grease 12 inch x 12 inch non-stick pizza pan with vegetable shortening.
  • Spread pizza dough onto pizza pan.
  • Spread pizza sauce over dough.
  • Top with remaining ingredients.
  • Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until bottom of crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.9, Fat 20.5, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 102.4, Sodium 900.7, Carbohydrate 13.7, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 8.7, Protein 31.2

GREEK PIZZA



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This pizza has a great combination of Mediterranean and Greek inspired ingredients. It is easy to make, flavorful and the results are delightful! VIDEO https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZzPMwKBX5V4

Provided by CLUBFOODY

Categories     Greek

Time 25m

Yield 2 pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 (14 inch) prepared pizza crust
8 tablespoons tomato paste
2 chicken breasts, poached and shredded
30 slices red onions, thin
30 slices red peppers, thin
1 tablespoon all purpose Greek seasoning
1/2 tablespoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (or to taste)
12 cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups feta cheese
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500ºF. Spread tomato paste evenly on both crusts. Add shredded chicken, red onion and red peppers. Add Greek seasoning, basil and garlic salt.
  • Place cherry tomatoes, then feta cheese and black olives. Season with freshly ground black pepper and drizzle olive oil on top.
  • Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the heat and let it sit 5 minutes before slicing. Makes 2 pizzas.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Make sure your dough is well-kneaded and elastic before shaping it into a pizza crust.
  • Don't overcrowd the pizza with toppings, or it will become soggy.
  • Bake the pizza in a preheated oven at a high temperature for a crispy crust.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Greek pizza is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its unique blend of flavors and textures, Greek pizza is a surefire hit at any party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give Greek pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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