Chicken-Pesto Pizza

Health score
8%
Chicken-Pesto Pizza
25 min.
4
1061kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pizza night with a burst of flavor? Our Chicken-Pesto Pizza is the perfect blend of savory and fresh, making it an irresistible choice for lunch or dinner. With a delightful combination of tender chicken, vibrant tomatoes, and a rich basil pesto, this dish is sure to impress your family and friends.

In just 25 minutes, you can whip up this delicious meal that serves four, making it ideal for gatherings or a cozy night in. The crispy Italian bread shell serves as the perfect canvas for the vibrant toppings, while the melted provolone cheese adds a creamy texture that ties everything together. Each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving more.

Not only is this pizza a feast for the taste buds, but it also boasts a balanced caloric profile, with a satisfying mix of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates. Whether you're a busy professional looking for a quick meal or a cooking enthusiast eager to impress, this Chicken-Pesto Pizza is a fantastic choice. So, preheat your oven and get ready to indulge in a slice of pizza perfection!

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces bread crumbs italian ready-to-serve (12 to 14 inches in diameter)
  • ounces basil pesto refrigerated
  • cup roasted chicken cooked chopped
  •  roma tomatoes chopped (plum)
  • 0.3 cup sun-dried olives drained sliced
  • ounces provolone cheese shredded

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 450°.
  2. Place bread shell on ungreased cookie sheet.
  3. Spread pesto evenly over bread shell. Top with chicken, tomatoes and cheese.
  4. Bake about 10 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1061kcal
Protein12.31%
Fat61.24%
Carbs26.45%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.75
Glycemic Load
1.78
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.254782661148%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.42mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.08mg
Quercetin
0.36mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1061.37kcal
53.07%
Fat:72.35g
111.3%
Saturated Fat:32.9g
205.62%
Carbohydrates:70.32g
23.44%
Net Carbohydrates:63.97g
23.26%
Sugar:41.08g
45.65%
Cholesterol:59.56mg
19.85%
Sodium:1230.43mg
53.5%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:32.72g
65.44%
Vitamin B3:8.92mg
44.59%
Calcium:419.32mg
41.93%
Vitamin A:1965.28IU
39.31%
Phosphorus:359.43mg
35.94%
Fiber:6.35g
25.41%
Folate:91.42µg
22.85%
Iron:4.11mg
22.81%
Potassium:767.66mg
21.93%
Selenium:15.15µg
21.65%
Vitamin B2:0.34mg
19.73%
Vitamin B1:0.25mg
16.52%
Zinc:2.37mg
15.83%
Magnesium:58.69mg
14.67%
Vitamin C:11.19mg
13.56%
Vitamin B6:0.25mg
12.35%
Vitamin B12:0.72µg
12.04%
Manganese:0.21mg
10.39%
Vitamin K:8.79µg
8.37%
Copper:0.17mg
8.26%
Vitamin B5:0.74mg
7.41%
Vitamin E:0.43mg
2.89%
Vitamin D:0.21µg
1.42%