Cheese And Chicken Pizza

Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
Crispy homemade crust loaded with tender chicken, rich tomato sauce, and melted mozzarella cheese.
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This classic Cheese and Chicken Pizza is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. It features a simple yet flavorful sauce made with aromatic oregano, basil, and garlic, spread over a golden-brown crust. Topped with generous amounts of shredded mozzarella and tender cooked chicken, every bite offers a perfect balance of savory protein and cheesy richness. The crust bakes to a crisp perfection while the toppings meld together into a warm, satisfying meal. It&# 226;€™s an easy-to-assemble dinner that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With minimal prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients, this pizza brings the taste of your favorite pizzeria straight to your kitchen table without the hassle.

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Cheese And Chicken Pizza

Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 572.7

Description

This classic Cheese and Chicken Pizza is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights. It features a simple yet flavorful sauce made with aromatic oregano, basil, and garlic, spread over a golden-brown crust. Topped with generous amounts of shredded mozzarella and tender cooked chicken, every bite offers a perfect balance of savory protein and cheesy richness. The crust bakes to a crisp perfection while the toppings meld together into a warm, satisfying meal. It&# 226;€™s an easy-to-assemble dinner that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With minimal prep time and pantry-friendly ingredients, this pizza brings the taste of your favorite pizzeria straight to your kitchen table without the hassle.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. In a small bowl, combine the tomato sauce, oregano, basil, salt, garlic powder, and white pepper; stir well to blend the flavors.
  3. Roll out or prepare your pizza dough on a floured surface and transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
  4. Sprinkle 1/2 cup of the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the crust.
  5. Spread the prepared tomato sauce mixture over the cheese layer, leaving a small border around the edges.
  6. Distribute the cooked chicken pieces evenly over the sauce.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese over the chicken.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  9. Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8


Amount Per Serving
Calories 572.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.8g54%
Saturated Fat 16.7g84%
Cholesterol 169.8mg57%
Sodium 3577.3mg150%
Total Carbohydrate 9.4g4%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g9%
Sugars 4.4g
Protein 53.7g108%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: baking, basil, cheese, chicken, comfort food, dinner, easy, garlic, homemade, italian, mozzarella, oregano, pizza, quick meal, tomato sauce, weeknight
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