Chicken Pizza

Name: Chicken Pizza
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 pieces
Cuisine: Europe, Italian
Ingredients: 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust; 1/4 cup prepared pesto; 1 large tomato, chopped; 1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese; 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

3 reviews

Test Kitchen Approved

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

6 pieces

Updated: Apr. 25, 2022

My fun twist on typical pizza is an excellent way to use up leftover pesto. And since it’s loaded with protein-rich chicken and black beans, it’s hearty enough to satisfy everyone! —Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Chicken Pizza Recipe photo by Taste of Home

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Ingredients

1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 prebaked 12-inch pizza crust
1/4 cup prepared pesto
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

In a large skillet, cook and stir chicken in oil over medium heat 10-15 minutes or until no longer pink.
Place the crust on a lightly greased 12-in. pizza pan. Spread with pesto; top with the chicken, tomato, beans and cheeses. Bake at 400° for 10-12 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Can you freeze Chicken Pizza?

Securely wrap and freeze unbaked pizza. To use, unwrap pizza; bake as directed, increasing time as necessary.

Chicken Pizza Tips

What goes well with chicken on pizza?

There are so many toppings and sauces that go well with chicken on pizza! If you’re looking for extra veggies, try topping this recipe with mushrooms and onions. For additional color, add some fresh spinach or basil leaves during the last two minutes of cooking. And for a tangy kick, add a quick drizzle of balsamic glaze. If you want more chicken pizza recipes, try our barbecue chicken pizza or our colorful chicken pizza.

Do you cook chicken before putting it on pizza?

To ensure the chicken is cooked all the way through, you’ll definitely want to cook chicken before putting in on pizza.

Do you put cheese on pizza first or last?

After covering your crust with sauce, put cheese on pizza first, followed by any additional toppings. This allows the cheese to bubble up under the toppings, and gives toppings direct heat so they'll cook up more crisp, and not soggy. Research contributed by Sarah Fischer, Taste of Home Culinary Assistant

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 431 calories, 18g fat (6g saturated fat), 65mg cholesterol, 692mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 32g protein.