Description
This chicken pesto pizza recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for any night of the week. It features a crispy crust topped with basil pesto, tender chicken, artichoke hearts, and melted fontina cheese. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a delicious crowd-pleaser with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
½ cup pesto basil sauce
1 (12 inch) pre-baked pizza crust
2 cups cooked chicken breast strips
1 (6 ounce) jar artichoke hearts, drained
½ cup shredded fontina cheese
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Spread pesto sauce over the pizza crust.
3. Arrange chicken pieces and artichoke hearts over the sauce.
4. Sprinkle with fontina cheese.
5. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are lightly browned.
6. Let it rest for 2 minutes before slicing.
Notes
You can substitute fontina with mozzarella or provolone.
Rotisserie chicken works great for convenience.
Drain artichokes well to avoid soggy crust.
Add fresh basil after baking for a vibrant flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American