Best 6 Smoked Turkey Pesto Pizza Recipes

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Welcome to the culinary journey of creating a delectable Smoked Turkey Pesto Pizza. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this symphony of flavors. Imagine a crispy, golden-brown pizza crust topped with tender, smoky turkey, a vibrant and flavorful pesto sauce, melted cheese that stretches and oozes with every bite, and an array of fresh, aromatic toppings. This pizza is not just a meal; it's an experience that will leave you craving for more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a culinary adventure that will delight your senses. Let's dive into the world of Smoked Turkey Pesto Pizza and explore the steps to create this masterpiece.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SMOKED TURKEY-PESTO PIZZA



Smoked Turkey-Pesto Pizza image

Categories     Cheese     turkey     Bake     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 2 pizzas

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 unpeeled garlic cloves
3 tablespoons olive oil
Cornmeal
Pizza Dough
6 tablespoons purchased pesto
1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated provolone cheese
1 cup 2 x 1/4 x 1/4-inch strips smoked turkey (about 4 ounces)
1 6 1/2-ounce jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained, sliced
6 1/4-inch-thick slices fresh mozzarella cheese, each cut into quarters
1 plum tomato, seeded, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Place garlic in small dish. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil over. Bake until garlic is very tender and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Remove garlic from oven and cool. Peel garlic cloves; chop. Set garlic aside. Increase oven temperature to 475°F.
  • Dust 2 large baking sheets with cornmeal. Roll and stretch each Pizza Dough ball on lightly floured surface to 9- to 10-inch circle. Place crusts on prepared baking sheets. Brush edges of crusts with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Spread 3 tablespoons pesto over each crust, leaving 1/2-inch border. Divide grated mozzarella and provolone, then turkey, artichoke hearts, garlic and sliced mozzarella between crusts.
  • Bake pizzas until cheese melts and bottom of crusts is golden, about 15 minutes. Remove pizzas from oven. Sprinkle chopped tomato over.

SMOKED TURKEY PIZZA



Smoked Turkey Pizza image

A chewy pre-baked crust makes quick work of this tasty one-serving pizza that uses out-of-the-ordinary toppings, including cranberry sauce and turkey. It's a great way to use up holiday leftovers. -Lisa Varner, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 1 serving.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pre-baked mini pizza crust
1/4 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1/3 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
2 ounces thinly sliced deli smoked turkey, cut into strips
1 teaspoon chopped walnuts

Steps:

  • Place the crust on a baking sheet or pizza pan. Spread with cranberry sauce; sprinkle with onion and cheese. Arrange turkey over cheese; sprinkle with walnuts. , Bake at 375° for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 714 calories, Fat 24g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 1551mg sodium, Carbohydrate 93g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

SMOKED TURKEY, PINE NUT PESTO AND SHARP PROVOLONE PANINI



Smoked Turkey, Pine Nut Pesto and Sharp Provolone Panini image

Celebrate National Panini Month this August and help bring the love of the panino home for your friends and family. Chef Jason Denton, author of Simple Italian Sandwiches, has partnered with Sargento to create a Page-a-Day Recipe Calendar that highlights natural sliced cheeses, which are essential to bringing a superior taste to panini. Within this calendar, you can find some of Jason's recipes, along with a number of recipes developed by Sargento. Join in the trend of hot gourmet panini by replicating restaurant quality grilled sandwiches from a Smoked Turkey, Pine Nut Pesto and Provolone Panino to Pepper Jack, Tuna and Capers Panini. These recipes can be located at http://www.sargento.com/promotions/2009/06/26/Sargento_Panini_Calendar.pdf

Provided by Cheese Adventurer

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 15m

Yield 2 sandwiches, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons pine nuts
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
8 slices sargento deli style sliced provolone cheese, divided
salt and pepper
4 -6 turkey slices (thin)
4 slices ciabatta
1 bunch baby arugula

Steps:

  • Pulse pine nuts in blender to chop. Add oil, 3 slices cheese torn in small pieces and salt and pepper. Blend to form pesto.
  • Place turkey on bread.
  • Add 7-8 pieces arugula and another slice of cheese.
  • Spread 3 tablespoons pesto on top.
  • Close sandwiches and grill for 3-5 minutes or until golden brown.
  • For more recipes, please go to Sargento.com.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.9, Fat 55.8, SaturatedFat 22.3, Cholesterol 77.3, Sodium 981.7, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.9, Protein 29.8

SMOKED TURKEY SAUSAGE PIZZA



Smoked Turkey Sausage Pizza image

Turkey sausage gives this easy, cheesy classic smoky flavor. It's so simple, you can fix it any weeknight. -Ruth Ann Bott, Lake Wales, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 package (6-1/2 ounces) pizza crust mix
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped sweet red pepper
2/3 cup pizza sauce
1 package (14 ounces) smoked turkey sausage, sliced
1 jar (6 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • Prepare pizza dough according to package directions. Place dough on a greased baking sheet. With floured hands, press into a 12-in. x 10-in. rectangle. Bake at 425° for 3 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray, saute peppers until crisp-tender. , Spread pizza sauce over crust to within 1 in. of edges. Top with sauteed vegetables, sausage, mushrooms and onions. Combine cheeses and oregano; sprinkle over pizza. , Bake for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted and crust is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 9g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 60mg cholesterol, Sodium 1166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SMOKED TURKEY AND SPRING PEA FETTUCCINE



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This rich and creamy smoked turkey and spring pea fettuccine recipe is inspired by a pasta I learned long ago working at my first real chef job in San Francisco. There's just something very special about the way the creamy, slightly sweet, aromatic sauce pairs with the smoky meat.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced shallot
6 ounces smoked turkey, cut into strips
1 ¾ cups heavy whipping cream
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
8 ounces fettuccine
½ cup green peas
2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, or to taste - divided

Steps:

  • Set a heavy skillet over medium heat and pour olive oil into the skillet. Cook and stir garlic and shallot in the hot oil until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add smoked turkey to skillet; cook and stir until heated, about 1 minute.
  • Pour heavy cream into the skillet and raise heat to medium-high; bring sauce to a boil. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until sauce has thickened slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in the fettuccine, bring back to a boil, and cook pasta over medium heat until cooked through but still firm to the bite, 7 to 8 minutes. Drain.
  • Turn heat under cream sauce to low and stir in peas; toss fettuccine with sauce until coated. Mix in tarragon and lemon zest and cook until flavors have blended, about 1 minute. Adjust seasonings if desired. Serve in bowls and sprinkle each serving with about 3/4 teaspoon Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese for garnish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 661.3 calories, Carbohydrate 49.2 g, Cholesterol 158.6 mg, Fat 44.4 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 18.9 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Sodium 475.8 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

SMOKED TURKEY SAUSAGE TEX-MEX STYLE PIZZA



Smoked Turkey Sausage Tex-Mex Style Pizza image

Quick and easy, this flatbread pizza with smoked turkey sausage, salsa, Cheddar cheese, and jalapeno slices is ready to serve in just minutes.

Provided by Avocados from Mexico

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     Avocados from Mexico

Time 7m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 9

Cooking spray
2 slices Butterball® Turkey bacon
2 ounces Butterball® Smoked Turkey Dinner Sausage
1 Flatout® Light Original Flatbread
¼ cup salsa
½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese*
10 thin slices fresh jalapeno pepper, seeds removed*
8 thin slices ripe pitted peeled avocado
1 tablespoon Ranch dressing

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray; set aside.
  • Cook turkey bacon according to package directions. Cool slightly and crumble; set aside.
  • Heat turkey sausage according to package directions. Cut into 10 thin slices; set aside.
  • Place Flatout Flatbread on prepared cookie sheet. Bake 2 minutes. Remove from oven. Spread with salsa. Top evenly with cheese, peppers and sausage. Return to oven and bake 4 to 5 minutes or until cheese is melted. Remove from oven and top with bacon and avocado slices. Drizzle with dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 440.7 calories, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Cholesterol 62.8 mg, Fat 33.3 g, Fiber 12.1 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.7 g, Sodium 588.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

Tips:

  • Use a pre-made pizza crust or make your own using your favorite recipe.
  • For the smoked turkey, you can use leftover turkey from Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, or you can buy it pre-cooked from the deli.
  • Be sure to thinly slice the smoked turkey so that it cooks evenly on the pizza.
  • Use a store-bought pesto sauce or make your own using fresh basil, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and olive oil.
  • Top the pizza with your favorite vegetables, such as onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.
  • For the cheese, you can use mozzarella, cheddar, or a combination of both.
  • Bake the pizza in a preheated oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Smoked turkey pesto pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. It is a great way to use up leftover smoked turkey, and it is also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. This pizza is also a good source of protein, calcium, and fiber. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give smoked turkey pesto pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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