Caribbean Jerk Chicken Pizza

Caribbean Jerk Chicken Pizza combines the vibrant flavors of jerk seasoning with the comfort of pizza, creating a deliciously spicy and savory dish. This healthy twist is topped with fresh vegetables and a light cheese, making it perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 1 medium (about 250g)
• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 200g
• Jerk seasoning - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Pizza sauce - 100g
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100g
• Red bell pepper, sliced - 1/2
• Red onion, thinly sliced - 1/2
• Pineapple chunks - 100g
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with jerk seasoning and olive oil until evenly coated.
3. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
4. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
5. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Distribute the jerk chicken evenly over the sauce, followed by the mozzarella cheese.
7. Top with sliced red bell pepper, red onion, and pineapple chunks.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 8 g
• Sodium: 890 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Whole wheat dough provides dietary fiber, aiding digestion.

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