Best 3 Pesto Bacon Pizza Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our delectable Pesto Bacon Pizza. This tantalizing dish is a harmonious blend of classic Italian pesto and the smoky, savory goodness of bacon. The symphony of flavors is orchestrated on a crispy pizza crust, creating a masterpiece that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of options to suit your dietary preferences, including a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions. Embark on a culinary journey with our Pesto Bacon Pizza, and experience the perfect balance of flavors in every bite.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GOAT CHEESE, PEAR, AND BACON PIZZA WITH PESTO SAUCE



Goat Cheese, Pear, and Bacon Pizza with Pesto Sauce image

I made this pizza for my family and it was a huge success!

Provided by Oranginaghb

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 slices bacon, or more to taste, cut into bite-size pieces
½ Bosc pear, sliced
2 tablespoons basil pesto
1 12-inch pre-baked packaged pizza crust
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
¼ cup crumbled goat cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cook and stir bacon in a large skillet over medium heat until completely browned, about 10 minutes; remove bacon with a slotted spoon to a plate lined with paper towel to drain.
  • Spread pesto over the pizza crust to cover in a thin layer to within 1/2 inch of the edges. Sprinkle about 1/2 the mozzarella cheese over the pesto. Arrange bacon pieces and pear slices atop the cheese; dot with crumbled goat cheese and top with remaining mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven until the cheese is melted, 9 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 161.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.4 g, Cholesterol 21.9 mg, Fat 8.8 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 9.7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 376.2 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CHICKEN BACON PESTO PIZZA



Chicken Bacon Pesto Pizza image

This pizza is so yummy! Enjoy!

Provided by allison

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 slices bacon, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
ground black pepper to taste
1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 (12 inch) flatbread pizza crust
1 teaspoon olive oil
3 tablespoons pesto
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat until a drop of water of sizzles away. Add bacon; cook until the fat begins to render, about 3 minutes. Season with black pepper. Continue cooking until crisp, 3 to 5 minutes more. Set aside on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Cook and stir chicken in the bacon grease over medium heat until lightly browned, 5 to 8 minutes. Remove from the skillet while you assemble the pizza.
  • Place pizza crust on a baking sheet; brush edges with olive oil. Spread pesto over the center. Cover with feta cheese, chicken, and bacon.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted and edges of the crust are golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 566.9 calories, Carbohydrate 44.2 g, Cholesterol 107.3 mg, Fat 29.5 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 36.1 g, SaturatedFat 13.3 g, Sodium 1397.3 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

PESTO & BACON PIZZA



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Categories     Bake     Dinner     Pizza     Basil

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pkg Trader Joe's whole wheat pizza dough
mozzarella cheese, sliced into thin rounds - to taste
fresh goat cheese - to taste
1/4 cup pesto sauce (preferably homemade)
pitted kalamata olives, sliced - to taste
4 slices bacon
1 sweet onion, sauteed with a few sprigs of thyme until just turning brown
1 lb crimini mushrooms, sliced
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp chopped Italian parsley
fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon
1/4 cup grated Parrano cheese
sea salt - to taste
fresh ground pepper - to taste

Steps:

  • Mushroom Salad: Wash & slice mushrooms. Toss with olive oil and lemon juice, salt and pepper to taste and parsley and grated Parrano. Cover and refrigerate. Cook bacon until crispy, chop into bits when cool. Saute onions with thyme and set aside. Assemble pizza: spread thin layer of pesto over pizza dough with the back of a spoon. Distribute mozzarella rounds evenly over the dough, then add the kalamatas and mushrooms to taste (eat the rest of the mushrooms as a salad - delicious!). Bake for 10 minutes at 450 degrees, remove from oven and distribute evenly the sauteed onions and bacon bits. Using a fork, scrape goat cheese evenly over the pizza, to taste. Bake 3-5 minutes longer until cheese is bubbling and crust is firm and beginning to brown.

Tips:

  • Fresh basil is essential for the best pesto flavor. If you don't have fresh basil, you can use a combination of fresh parsley and cilantro.
  • Use a food processor or blender to make the pesto. This will give you a smooth and consistent sauce.
  • Don't overcook the bacon. It should be crispy but not burnt.
  • Use a high-quality mozzarella cheese. This will melt evenly and give you a gooey, cheesy pizza.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature. This will help the crust to get crispy and the cheese to melt.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. This will help the cheese to set and the pizza to hold together.

Conclusion:

This pesto bacon pizza is a delicious and easy-to-make weeknight meal. The combination of pesto, bacon, and mozzarella cheese is a classic for a reason. The pizza is flavorful, cheesy, and crispy. It's sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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