We had some major stuff happening in the kitchen tonight, folks. Yes, it was in the kitchen, so if you decided to check out this post because I reeled you in with my “major stuff happening” title, than I succeeded. But no worries, because now that you’re reading, that means that you’re making out pretty good, too. Here’s why:
Remember that ‘ol pizza dough that I shared with you all this afternoon? It has yet to disappoint me, after yielding two amazing pizza recipes, so I was rather excited to get my hands on today’s dough and take it from this…
to THIS…
Oh.my.gosh.
All I can say is thank goodness for Cooking Light magazine. It always seems to come at just the right time, when my cooking mojo is on its very last leg.
I came across their recipe for Chicken and Herb White Pizza last week but decided that today would be the day to make my version. I mean, c’mon…I had Trader Joe’s pizza dough to use.
So I’m just going to go ahead and share the recipe with you all because I love you…and because I want to go grab another piece of it right now.
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Chicken, Tomato, & Herb White Pizza
(Adapted from this recipe)
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 pound fresh pizza dough (I used TJ’s Herb & Garlic)
- Cooking spray
- Butter spray and/or olive oil
- 1 tablespoon light butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup skim milk
- 1/4 cup plain Chobani Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated fresh Romano cheese
- 1 tablespoon yellow cornmeal
- 1-1/2 cups shredded chicken breasts (~1-2 small breasts)
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
Directions:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. (*If using a pizza stone, allow pizza stone to heat up in the oven as it preheats.)
- Place dough in a bowl coated with cooking spray; let dough stand, covered, for 15 minutes.
- Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic; cook 30 seconds, stirring constantly. Add flour and pepper; cook 1 minute, stirring constantly with a whisk. Gradually add milk and Greek yogurt, stirring constantly with a whisk. Cook 3 minutes or until thick and bubbly, stirring constantly. Remove from heat; add cheese, stirring until cheese melts.
- Use a baking sheet (or remove pizza stone from oven) and sprinkle with cornmeal; roll dough into a circle on prepared baking sheet/stone. Brush edges of prepared dough with butter spray and/or olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, if desired. Spread white sauce over dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Top with tomato slices, chicken, and onion.
- Bake at 450 degrees on bottom oven rack for 14-17 minutes, or until crust is golden. Sprinkle with parsley and oregano. ENJOY!
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I started out by enjoying two pieces for tonight’s dinner, but that’s because I could only fit two comfortably on my plate; I most definitely went back for a third.
And I enjoyed every last bite.
Thank you again, Cooking Light, for giving me my dinner mojo back. You’ve certainly saved me on more than one occasion…
Chicken Souvlaki Pitas with Tahini Sauce
Broiled Herb-Marinated Shrimp Skewers
So Good Shredded Chicken Tacos
Spice Rubbed Flank Steak with Fresh Salsa
Grilled King Salmon with Tomato-Peach Salsa
…and I have no doubt you’ll be saving me again. Quite possibly tomorrow.
chelsey @ clean eating chelsey says
Oh I love pizza so much – that looks so delicious.
Sweet and Savvy says
This looks HEAVENLY! My mouth is watering. Can I come over for dinner tomorrow for left overs?
Abby @ Abz 'n' Oats says
I think you forgot to invite me over for dinner! ;) Looks delicious!
Brittany @ Itty Bits of Balance says
I must’ve missed my invite too ;)
Courtney says
Awww girls, you can BOTH come on over anytime! ;)
Shayla @ The Good Life says
That pizza looks awesome! And I love Cooking Light Magazine, they have such great healthy and delicious recipes!
Lauren @ Chocolate, Cheese and Wine says
Oh man that pizza looks amazing! I am so tempted to subscribe to Cooking Light – I think I’m going to do it now.
Mallory @ It's Only Life says
wow yum!! I love pizza – especially if it’s light!
Samantha says
HOLY COW! That looks FANTASTIC!
I have an issue (yes, just one) of Cooking Light and I’m impressed. I think I’ll subscribe!
Sara says
That pizza looks amazing! I could learn a thing or two about cooking from you! GREAT blog!!
Erica @ For the Sake of Cake says
That pizza looks delish! I have to look for that dough the next time I’m at TJ’s!
Sylvia @ Frolic Through Life says
Looks yummy! I’ve never tried TJ’s pizza dough, but I think I need to add it to my shopping list for my next trip over there.
Lauren says
Delish!!! Gosh I am craving pizza like mad now. :)
Lindsay@ In Sweetness and In Health says
Oh my gosh I just had a huge bowl of cereal but that pizza is making me hungry again! YUM :D
Ashley @ My Food 'N' Fitness Diaries says
Ahh the pizza looks heavenly! I love Cooking Light recipes as well. They always come to the rescue when I’m in a cooking rut. I really, really wish we had a TJ’s here in Utah! :(
Liz says
That crust looks amazing – whyyy can’t we have TJ’s upstate?! I love that you used Chobani in the sauce!
Ari @ Ari's Menu says
I’ve been eying that dough at TJ’s! Looks delicious!
christina cadden says
mmm, looks amazing!!!
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
Wow, that looks insanely delicious. You’re making me rethink my decision to cancel all my food magazines! They were just overwhelming me and would end up in a pile with a million dog earred pages and not enough time to make them all!
Julie says
that looks SO good! you always have the best pizza recipes…since I’m in college and usually cooking just for one I like to make English Muffin pizzas, but your creations always inspire me :)
Liz @ Something To Chew Om says
YUM! That looks incredible!
Liz @ Tip Top Shape says
ha, you definitely drew me in with the title but I’m a regular reader, anyway! This looks absolutely delicious!! Definitely being made soon!
Khushboo says
YUM! For your sake, I hope there are leftovers for lunch tomo :)
Brittney says
Ok- I don’t even LIKE tomatoes but I want to go make that RIGHT this instant. That pizza looks amazing!
Becky @ Fit Chick on the Fly says
That pizza looks unreal! I wish I had a TJ’s by me…not fair! :(
Hope says
That pizza looks absolutely amazing! I haven’t tried TJ Herb and Garlic dough yet! After seeing this recipe, it looks like I’m going to need to buy some to try out! :)
Melissa says
Oh that looks incredible! The TJ’s pizza crusts are also awesome for calzones! I’ve made a bacon, egg, and cheese breakfast calzone and it was fantastic! Must try!
Colleen @ Jimmy Choos on the Treadmill says
Another blogger made this same pizza and they both look equally delicious…yumm! Definitely have to make this soon (with the Trader Joe’s pizza dough, of course!).
Courtney says
Haha, really? Who was it? I’d love to see the two! :)
Colleen @ Jimmy Choos on the Treadmill says
I can’t remember, but if I find the post, I will be sure to let you know!
Brigitt says
I also LOVED this month’s Cooking Light. There were so many delicious ideas that I’m not even sure where to begin!
kristen says
It looks delicious! I really want to try trader joes pizza dough- is it expensive?
Courtney says
Nope! 99 cents :)
kristen says
what?!?! my jaw just dropped. trader joes tomorrow haha
Kim @ The Family Practice says
Looks delicious! I love Cooking Light – I hold onto their recipes forever
Julie says
Looks sooo good! That’s a great photo too. Cooking Light is one of my favorite mags. I will be making this soon…thanks for sharing!