Busy day? Fix the family this fast and tasty pizza using convenient, ready-to-use ingredients, throw in a bag of salad tossed with Italian dressing and supper is served!

Chicken Pesto Pizza

1 (12-inch) pre-baked pizza crust
1/2 of a (7-ounce) container refrigerated pesto*

1 (10-ounce) package Italian flavored, fully cooked, carved chicken breast or other cooked chicken breast
1 (6-ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup grated mozzarella, provolone or fontina cheese

1. Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. Spread the pizza crust with the pesto. Sprinkle with chicken, artichoke hearts and grated cheese. Season with freshly ground pepper, if desired.
3. Bake on a pizza stone or baking sheet for 8 to 10 minutes, until the cheese begins to brown.
4. Serve hot.

Makes 1 (12-inch) pizza.

*If desired, freeze remaining pesto for use at another time.

Cooking Tips:

• Two grilled chicken breasts from your local deli will yield 10 to 12 ounces.
• If shredded chicken is dry, toss with about 2 tablespoons of your favorite Italian dressing before placing on pizza.

Adapted recipe provided courtesy of the National Chicken Council. Used with permission. Photograph property of CooksRecipes.com.