Description

This homemade Chicken Pesto Pizza is a deliciously easy weeknight dinner, packed with bold pesto flavor, juicy chicken, and melty cheese on a crispy crust. It’s the kind of pizza that feels fancy but comes together in no time.

Ingredients

Scale

1 pre-made pizza dough (or use homemade if preferred)
1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
1/2 cup pesto sauce
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh basil leaves (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven now to heat.
On a floured surface, roll the pizza dough out to roughly 12 inches wide. Move it to a parchment-lined pizza peel or baking sheet.
Brush the dough lightly with olive oil. Spread pesto evenly over the surface, leaving a border for the crust.
Top with shredded chicken, then sprinkle mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and Parmesan over everything.
Add a pinch of salt and pepper. Transfer to the hot pizza stone or place the baking sheet in the oven.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
Let it cool slightly after baking. Add fresh basil if using, slice it up, and dig in.

Notes

Save time by using rotisserie chicken. A post-bake drizzle of pesto adds even more flavor. Customize with veggies like bell peppers or olives if you like!

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Italian-Inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 275
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 540mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 19g
Cholesterol: 45mg

Keywords: chicken pesto pizza, homemade pizza, easy dinner, pesto recipe, pizza night