Spicy Garlic Chicken Pizza
Prepare your taste buds for a flavor explosion with this Spicy Garlic Chicken Pizza, a bold and savory twist on classic pizza night! Perfectly seasoned chicken breast, infused with a hint of garlic and spice, takes center stage atop a crispy golden crust. A zesty garlic and red pepper tomato sauce forms the flavorful base, while layers of melted mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses create the ultimate gooey topping. Vibrant slices of red onion and bell pepper add crunch and color, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro provides a bright, herby finish. This 30-minute meal (prep and cook time combined) is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for spice enthusiasts and comfort food lovers alike. Whether you're hosting a gathering or indulging in a cozy night at home, this homemade pizza delivers restaurant-quality flavor straight from your oven!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (approximately 12-inch size) Pizza dough
- 1 piece (medium-sized) Chicken breast
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 4 cloves (minced) Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 cup Tomato sauce
- 1 cup (shredded) Mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 small onion (thinly sliced) Red onion
- 0.5 medium pepper (thinly sliced) Bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons (for dusting) All-purpose flour
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.
Pat the chicken breast dry and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from the pan, let it cool slightly, and then slice into thin strips.
In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in the tomato sauce. Simmer on low heat for 2 minutes and set aside.
On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough onto a piece of parchment paper for easy handling.
Spread the prepared garlic and spicy tomato sauce evenly over the pizza dough.
Top the pizza with shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by the sliced chicken, red onion, and bell pepper.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the toppings.
Carefully slide the pizza (on the parchment paper) onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and lightly browned.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a minute. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1430 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 55.6 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.3 g | 106% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 203 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 3823 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.6 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.0 g | ||
| Protein | 97.0 g | 194% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1131 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1073 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
