Cheesy Muffin Pizzas Recipe

Name: Cheesy Muffin Pizzas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: One 4-ounce chicken breast cut into 1/4-inch cubes; 1 cup (4 ounces) coarsely grated whole-milk mozzarella; 2/3 cup chopped baby spinach; 1/2 cup (4 ounces) mascarpone; 1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan (about 1 ounce); 1/3 cup purchased tomato-basil sauce; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 a small lemon); 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Nonstick vegetable oil spray; All-purpose flour, for dusting; 1 pound ball fresh pizza dough

Servings: persons

One 4-ounce chicken breast cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 cup (4 ounces) coarsely grated whole-milk mozzarella
2/3 cup chopped baby spinach
1/2 cup (4 ounces) mascarpone
1/3 cup finely grated Parmesan (about 1 ounce)
1/3 cup purchased tomato-basil sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice (about 1/2 a small lemon)
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Nonstick vegetable oil spray
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1 pound ball fresh pizza dough

1
In a large bowl, combine the chicken, mozzarella, spinach, mascarpone, Parmesan, tomato-basil sauce, basil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
2
Position an oven rack in the center of the oven and preheat to 425 degrees F. Spray a standard 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick spray.
3
Lightly flour a work surface.
4
Roll out the pizza dough to a thin large round, about 1/8-inch thick.
5
Using a 3 1/2- to 4-inch-diameter round cutter, cut out 12 rounds for pizza crusts.
6
Working with 1 crust at a time, settle 1 dough round into the prepared muffin pan.
7
Press and pull the dough up the sides of the cup.
8
Rotate the pan and repeat until the dough covers the bottom and sides.
9
Pack in 2 to 3 tablespoons of filling.
10
Repeat with the remaining dough rounds and filling.
11
Bake the pizzas until the crusts are golden brown and the filling is bubbling, 16 to 18 minutes.
12
Let stand 1 minute.
13
Then use a small knife to loosen the pizzas.
14
Arrange on a platter and serve.

122

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: One 4-ounce chicken breast cut into 1/4-inch cubes, 1 cup (4 ounces) coarsely grated whole-milk mozzarella, 2/3 cup chopped baby spinach, 1/2 cup (4 ounces) mascarpone, and more.

Yes, Cheesy Muffin Pizzas falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheesy Muffin Pizzas

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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