Methi Malai Chicken Pizza

Methi Malai Chicken Pizza combines the rich flavors of Indian methi (fenugreek) and creamy malai with the classic appeal of pizza, offering a delightful twist on traditional flavors. It's a high-protein dish that is both satisfying and nutritious, perfect for a hearty meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza base - 1 large (30 cm)
• Chicken breast, diced - 200 grams
• Fresh methi leaves - 50 grams
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Onion, finely chopped - 1 medium
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, grated - 1 teaspoon
• Green chili, finely chopped - 1
• Garam masala - 1 teaspoon
• Turmeric powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - to taste
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Coriander leaves, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onions until translucent.
3. Add minced garlic, grated ginger, and green chili to the onions, cooking for another 2 minutes.
4. Stir in the diced chicken, turmeric, cumin powder, garam masala, and salt. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
5. Add fresh methi leaves and heavy cream to the pan, stir well, and cook for an additional 5 minutes until the mixture is creamy and well combined. Remove from heat.
6. Spread the chicken and methi mixture evenly over the pizza base.
7. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously on top of the chicken mixture.
8. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
9. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped coriander leaves, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and cheese, supporting muscle health.
• Methi leaves are rich in iron and vitamins, promoting overall health.

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