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Pesto Chicken Pizza

Servings: 11
Description

This Pesto Chicken Pizza is bursting with flavor thanks to two ingredients: caramelized onions and basil pesto. Instead of pizza crust, you can layer the ingredients on two 16-ounce Italian bread loaf halves.

Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1.5 to 2 pounds onions
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 bag baby spinach (6 ounce)
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 0.25 cup prepared basil pesto
  • 2 pre-made thin pizza crusts (12 inch)
  • 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, baked and thinly sliced widthwise
  • 8 ounces part-skim mozzarella cheese slices
  • Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
  1. 1
    Peel the onions, cut them in half lengthwise, and slice into very thin 0.125-inch half-moons.
  2. 2
    Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large nonstick skillet or Dutch oven over medium-low heat.
  3. 3
    Add the onions and cook, stirring frequently, until caramelized and golden brown, about 30 minutes.
  4. 4
    Stir in the balsamic vinegar and baby spinach.
  5. 5
    Cook until the spinach is wilted, about 3 minutes.
  6. 6
    Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. 7
    Meanwhile, spread the basil pesto evenly over both pizza crusts.
  8. 8
    Evenly distribute the onion and spinach mixture over the pesto.
  9. 9
    Arrange the sliced chicken evenly over the vegetables.
  10. 10
    Top with the mozzarella cheese slices.
  11. 11
    Bake according to the pizza crust package directions, about 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.
  12. 12
    Drizzle with balsamic glaze.
  13. 13
    Slice and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 11

Amount Per Serving
Calories 330kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 13g20%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Total Carbohydrate 34g12%
Dietary Fiber 3g12%
Protein 20g40%

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

Note
  • Rich and flavorful, extra-virgin olive oil helps caramelize the onions while creating a savory base that ties the pizza's toppings together.
  • Sweet and deeply aromatic, onions become tender and golden as they cook, adding natural sweetness and depth of flavor.
  • Fresh and vibrant, baby spinach wilts gently on the pizza, bringing color, nutrients, and a mild earthy balance to the richer ingredients.
  • Bright and herbaceous, basil pesto spreads across the crust to deliver bold basil flavor and a fragrant, savory finish.
Read it online: https://rmhc-centralohio.org/recipe/pesto-chicken-pizza/