Navajo Fry Bread Pizza

Navajo Fry Bread Pizza is a delightful fusion of traditional Navajo flavors and modern pizza, featuring a crispy fry bread base topped with fresh ingredients. This dish offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of savory goodness in every bite.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 1 cup
• Arrowroot powder - 2 tablespoons
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Warm water - 1/4 cup
• Coconut oil - for frying
• Tomato sauce - 1/2 cup
• Shredded chicken - 1 cup (cooked)
• Shredded cheese (optional) - 1/2 cup
• Sliced bell peppers - 1/2 cup
• Sliced jalapeños - 1/4 cup
• Chopped cilantro - 2 tablespoons
• Sour cream (optional) - for topping

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, arrowroot powder, baking powder, and salt.
2. Gradually add warm water to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into two equal portions and flatten each into a round disc about 1/2 inch thick.
4. In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat until hot.
5. Fry each dough disc in the hot oil for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove the fry bread from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
7. Spread tomato sauce evenly over each fry bread base.
8. Top with shredded chicken, bell peppers, jalapeños, and shredded cheese if using.
9. Return the topped fry bread to the skillet, cover, and cook for an additional 5 minutes or until the cheese melts.
10. Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve with a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 50 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, promoting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from coconut oil and almond flour, supporting heart health.

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