Spicy Chicken Pizza

Spicy Chicken Pizza is a vibrant Lebanese dish that combines tender marinated chicken with a zesty tomato sauce and fresh toppings, all baked on a crispy base. This pizza is perfect for those who enjoy a little heat in their meals and offers a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 250 grams
• Chicken breast - 200 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Mozzarella cheese - 150 grams, shredded
• Bell pepper - 1/2, sliced
• Red onion - 1/2, thinly sliced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, red chili flakes, paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Cut the chicken breast into thin strips and add them to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
4. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape.
5. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.
6. Distribute the marinated chicken strips evenly over the sauce.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the chicken.
8. Top with sliced bell pepper and red onion.
9. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
10. Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh parsley before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 34 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 22 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the chicken, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains fiber from vegetables, aiding in digestion and promoting satiety.

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