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Chimichurri Tomato Pizza Recipe

Chimichurri Tomato Pizza Recipe

Olivia Brooks
This Chimichurri Tomato Pizza Recipe combines roasted cherry tomatoes, melty cheese, and a zesty herb chimichurri for a fresh, unforgettable pizza night.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 2
Calories 430 kcal

Equipment

  • Pizza stone or baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl for chimichurri
  • Cutting board & knife
  • Rolling pin (or your hands!)
  • Pastry brush
  • Measuring spoons
  • Oven (very essential — do not ignore )

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza

  • 1-3/4 lbs chicken breasts raw
  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef raw
  • 1-3/4 lbs pork raw
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 minced or grated cloves of garlic.
  • 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella
  • 1/2 cup grated provolone not a necessity, but fabulous
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Red pepper flakes optional
  • Parmesan to serve (not necessary, but never too late)

For the Chimichurri

  • 1 cup chopped fresh parsley finely.
  • 1/2 cup of cilantro finely chopped.
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • ½ tsp dried oregano
  • ¼ –½ tsp crushed red pepper
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • ½ cup good-quality olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • Garnish: lemon squeezer optional to give it a touch of brightness.

Instructions
 

Step 1 — Preheat & Prep

  • Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  • In case of a pizza stone, allow the stone to warm in the oven.
  • Place your pizza dough on a heavily floured surface — roll out and shape it as your soul chooses.

Step 2 — Tomato Base

  • Add minced garlic and olive oil to a small bowl.
  • Spread this garlicky stuff all over the dough.
  • Sprinkle halved cherry tomatoes over the pizza.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Step 3 — Cheese Time

  • Sprinkle mozzarella evenly.
  • Optional addition of provolone in case you are extra like me.

Step 4 — Bake

  • Place the pizza on your stone or baking sheet.
  • Bake 12–14 minutes until the crust is brown and the cheese is bubbling with golden spots.

Step 5 — Make the Chimichurri

  • Mix together:
  • parsley
  • cilantro
  • garlic
  • oregano
  • red pepper
  • red wine vinegar
  • olive oil
  • salt
  • pepper
  • Shake until it becomes a bright green, liquid-emerald sauce.

Step 6 — Finish

  • After baking, spoon chimichurri all over.
  • Be messy — that’s where the magic lives.
  • Top with Parmesan or red pepper flakes if desired.
  • Slice. Eat. Close your eyes. Smile.
Keyword Chimichurri Tomato Pizza Recipe