White Pizza With Chicken And Basil

* Exported from MasterCook *

White Pizza With Chicken And Basil

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Serving Size : 5 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Chicken Breast

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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CRUST
1 package active baker's yeast
1 cup warm water
2 tablespoons cooking oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 3/4 to 3-1/4 cup flour
TOPPINGS
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 whole chicken breast, no skin, no bone, R-T-C
1 small onion -- chopped
1 clove garlic -- chopped
dash Cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon fresh basil -- chopped
1 cup fresh mushrooms -- sliced
1/2 to 1 cup cheddar cheese -- shredded
1/2 to 1 cup swiss cheese -- shredded

Dissolve yeast in warm water; add oil and salt, then gradually stir in flo
ur. Knead on floured surface until smooth and elastic. Let dough rest about 1
0 minutes, then pat into a large baking sheet. (Crust should be on the thin si
de, not deep-dish style.)
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oile in skillet. Slice chicken breasts thin an
d cook along with onion, garlic and cayenne until chicken is cooked through. A
dd mushrooms and basil and cook another minute or two.
Brush entire empty crust generously with olive oil. (This is key not only
to the taste but also to making the crust crispy.) Sprinkle with shredded che
eses and add rest of toppings from the skillet. Bake at 375 degrees until crus
t is golden (10-12 minutes)


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NOTES : Topping amounts are approximate; adjust proportions of cheese, chicken,
and vegetables to suit you.