Kung Pao Chicken Pizza

Kung Pao Chicken Pizza combines the bold, spicy flavors of traditional Kung Pao Chicken with a crispy pizza crust, creating a unique fusion dish that's both satisfying and healthy. This dish is perfect for pizza lovers looking to explore new tastes while enjoying a nutritious meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Cooked chicken breast, diced - 150 grams
• Bell pepper, diced (red or green) - 1/2 cup
• Zucchini, diced - 1/2 cup
• Green onions, chopped - 1/4 cup
• Roasted unsalted peanuts - 30 grams
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Chili flakes - 1/2 teaspoon
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
3. Transfer the rolled-out dough to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
4. In a skillet, heat sesame oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and ginger, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5. Add diced chicken, bell pepper, zucchini, and chili flakes to the skillet. Stir-fry for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
6. Pour in soy sauce and rice vinegar, and toss everything to combine, allowing it to cook for another 2-3 minutes.
7. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
8. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese and roasted peanuts on top.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted.
10. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped green onions, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

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

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and peanuts, supporting muscle health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from colorful vegetables.
• Whole wheat crust provides more fiber than traditional pizza dough.

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