Southwestern Chicken Pizza

Southwestern Chicken Pizza is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken, spicy jalapeños, and a medley of colorful vegetables, all on a healthy whole wheat crust. This pizza is not only satisfying but also packed with nutrients, making it a perfect choice for a wholesome meal.

Southwestern Chicken Pizza
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
American
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
  • Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 150 grams
  • Black beans, rinsed and drained - 100 grams
  • Corn kernels, fresh or frozen - 100 grams
  • Jalapeño peppers, sliced - 1 small
  • Red bell pepper, diced - 1 medium
  • Red onion, thinly sliced - 1/2 medium
  • Shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese - 100 grams
  • Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
  • Cumin - 1 teaspoon
  • Paprika - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped - for garnish

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
  2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to the prepared baking sheet.
  3. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, black beans, corn, sliced jalapeños, diced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly.
  4. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top of the pizza.
  6. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 50 g
  • Fiber: 10 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein from chicken and black beans, promoting muscle repair and growth.
  • Rich in fiber from whole wheat crust and vegetables, aiding in digestion and promoting satiety.

Tags

AmericanHealthyPizza