Sichuan Spicy Pizza

Sichuan Spicy Pizza combines the comforting essence of pizza with the bold and fiery flavors of Sichuan cuisine. Topped with spicy chicken, aromatic herbs, and a drizzle of chili oil, this high-protein dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 150 grams
• Sichuan peppercorns, crushed - 1 teaspoon
• Chili oil - 2 tablespoons
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Green bell pepper, sliced - 1/2
• Red onion, thinly sliced - 1/4
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Spring onions, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame seeds - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness, then transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, minced garlic, minced ginger, soy sauce, and crushed Sichuan peppercorns. Mix well.
4. Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough.
5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken.
6. Top with sliced green bell pepper and red onion.
7. Drizzle chili oil generously over the toppings, adjusting to your spice preference.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
9. Once done, remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
10. Garnish with chopped spring onions, cilantro, and sesame seeds before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 56 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and cheese, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains ginger and garlic, which have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

Tags