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A close-up of a pizza slice topped with fresh tomato, basil, and melted cheese, with a crispy crust, being lifted by a pizza server.

Easy Chicken Crust Pizza Recipe

A delicious homemade pizza with a crispy crust, topped with fresh tomatoes, mozzarella cheese, and basil leaves.
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Course : Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine : Italian
Prep Time : 15 minutes
Cook Time : 20 minutes
Total Time : 35 minutes
Total Time : 35 minutes
Servings : 4
Calories : 250kcal
Cost : $5.5
Author : Aliana Recipes

Equipment

  • 1 Pizza stone or baking sheet For baking the pizza.
  • 1 Knife To slice the tomatoes and pizza.
  • 1 Spatula To transfer pizza slices.

Ingredients
 

  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil - Extra virgin
  • 1 tablespoon Pizza crust - Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup Marinara sauce - For spreading over the pizza dough
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese - For topping
  • 2 each Tomatoes - Sliced
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil - For drizzling
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano - For sprinkling
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh basil leaves - For garnish
  • To taste - Salt - For seasoning
  • To taste - Black pepper - For seasoning

Instructions

  • Prepare the pizza crust: Roll out your pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into your desired shape and thickness.
    A round, uncooked crust made from ground ingredients, spread evenly on parchment paper, ready to be baked.
  • Add the sauce: Spread marinara sauce evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
    A freshly prepared pizza with a golden crust, topped with tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese, ready for baking.
  • Top with cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
    A freshly prepared pizza with a golden crust, topped with tomato sauce and shredded mozzarella cheese, ready for baking.
  • Add tomatoes: Layer sliced tomatoes over the cheese and season with salt, pepper, and oregano.
    A delicious pizza topped with mozzarella cheese, fresh tomato slices, and basil leaves, ready to be enjoyed
  • Drizzle olive oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the top for flavor and moisture.
  • Bake: Transfer the pizza to a preheated oven at 475°F (245°C) and bake for 15–18 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

For an extra crispy crust, bake the pizza at 475°F (245°C) for an additional 5-7 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories : 250kcal | Carbohydrates : 30g | Protein : 10g | Fat : 12g | Saturated Fat : 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat : 2g | Monounsaturated Fat : 3g | Cholesterol : 25mg | Sodium : 450mg | Potassium : 250mg | Fiber : 2g | Sugar : 5g | Vitamin A : 400IU | Vitamin C : 10mg | Calcium : 200mg | Iron : 1.5mg