Chicken And Peach Pesto Pizza Recipe

Name: Chicken And Peach Pesto Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 cups fresh basil leaves firmly packed; 1/2 cup unsalted roasted almonds; 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 ounces; 3 cloves garlic peeled and quartered; 1/4 teaspoon salt; olive oil; ground black pepper; 1 pound pizza dough purchased, *, divided in half and each half rolled to a 10- to 12-inch circle; 12 ounces chicken breast halves grilled, cut into strips; 1 1/2 cups smoked gouda cheese shredded, 6 ounces; 2 peaches fresh, halved, pitted, and thinly sliced; fresh basil leaves; 2 thin pizza crusts

Servings: persons

1/3 cup olive oil
2 cups fresh basil leaves firmly packed
1/2 cup unsalted roasted almonds
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 ounces
3 cloves garlic peeled and quartered
1/4 teaspoon salt
olive oil
ground black pepper
1 pound pizza dough purchased, *, divided in half and each half rolled to a 10- to 12-inch circle
12 ounces chicken breast halves grilled, cut into strips
1 1/2 cups smoked gouda cheese shredded, 6 ounces
2 peaches fresh, halved, pitted, and thinly sliced
fresh basil leaves
2 thin pizza crusts

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["In a food processor or blender combine the 1/3 cup olive oil, 2 cups basil, almonds, Paremesan, garlic, and salt. Cover and process or blend until nearly smooth, stopping and scraping sides as necessary and adding enough additional olive oil (about 2 tablespoons) to reach desired consistency. Season to taste with pepper. Set aside.", "Place dough circles on the rack of a charcoal or gas grill directly over medium heat. Cover and grill for 2 minutes. Turn over and remove from grill. Spread pesto evenly over tops of pizzas. Top with chicken and cheese. Return to grill. Cover and grill for 3 to 4 minutes or until crust is crisp and toppings are heated through. Top with peaches and basil.", "Nutrition Facts (Chicken and Peach Pesto Pizza)
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Per serving: 486 kcal cal., 27 g fat (7 g sat. fat, 3 g polyunsaturated fat, 14 g monounsatured fat), 65 mg chol., 598 mg sodium, 33 g carb., 3 g fiber, 6 g sugar, 28 g pro.
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet"]

675

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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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/3 cup olive oil, 2 cups fresh basil leaves firmly packed, 1/2 cup unsalted roasted almonds, 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 2 ounces, and more.

Yes, Chicken And Peach Pesto Pizza falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Chicken And Peach Pesto Pizza

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