PESTO CHICKEN PIZZA

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This is the only pizza I make now. We love it! Keeping the spices simple helps the flavors of the chicken and vegetables come through. The pizza tastes incredible and is good for you, too. -Heather Thompson, Woodland Hills, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 8 slices.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
2-3/4 cups bread flour
1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons salt, divided
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 each small green, sweet red and yellow peppers, julienned
1/2 cup sliced fresh mushrooms
3 tablespoons prepared pesto
1-1/2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Beat in 1 cup flour, 1 tablespoon oil, sugar and 1 teaspoon salt. Add the remaining flour; beat until combined., Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the chicken, onion, peppers and mushrooms in remaining oil until chicken is no longer pink and vegetables are tender. Remove from the heat; set aside. , Punch dough down; roll into a 15-in. circle. Transfer to a 14-in. pizza pan. Build up edges slightly. Spread with pesto. Top with chicken mixture and cheese. Sprinkle with pepper and remaining salt. , Bake at 400° for 18-20 minutes or until crust and cheese are lightly browned. Freeze option: Securely wrap and freeze unbaked pizza. To use, unwrap pizza; bake as directed, increasing time as necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293 calories, Fat 10g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 30mg cholesterol, Sodium 601mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Akpan John
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Overall, this pizza was just okay. I wouldn't recommend it to others.


Temahlanti Lukhele
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The toppings on this pizza were a bit sparse. I would recommend adding more toppings next time.


Tsitsi Kashangura
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The chicken on this pizza was a bit dry. I would recommend cooking it for less time next time.


Gazi Kose
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This pizza was a bit too greasy for my taste. I would recommend using less oil in the pesto sauce.


Maimuna Isah
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The crust on this pizza was a bit too thick for my taste. I would recommend rolling it out thinner next time.


pinewoodgamer7652
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This pizza was a bit too salty for my taste. I would recommend using less salt in the pesto sauce.


BlueBerry
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I love this pizza! The pesto sauce is so flavorful and the chicken is always cooked perfectly. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Zk Yakubu
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This pizza is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


David lehong D l
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I made this pizza for a party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Izaac Njeru
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This pizza is so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can use whatever toppings I have on hand.


Alberto Hernandez
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I've made this pizza several times and it's always a hit! The pesto sauce is so flavorful and the chicken is always cooked perfectly.


Khadim Hussein
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This was a great recipe! The pesto sauce was easy to make and the pizza was delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to others.


Malik Sibtain
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I made this pizza for my family and they loved it! The crust was crispy and the toppings were delicious.


MS Dahri
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This pizza was amazing! The pesto sauce was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


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