Pizza de Pollo al Chipotle

Pizza de Pollo al Chipotle is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican dish that combines the smoky heat of chipotle peppers with tender chicken on a wholesome crust. This healthy pizza is topped with fresh vegetables and zesty cheese, making it a delightful meal for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 200 grams
• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 150 grams
• Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Tomato sauce - 100 grams
• Red onion, thinly sliced - 50 grams
• Bell pepper, sliced (any color) - 50 grams
• Corn kernels (fresh or canned) - 50 grams
• Low-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Fresh cilantro, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with chipotle peppers and a pinch of salt and pepper. Set aside.
3. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
4. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough.
5. Evenly distribute the chipotle chicken mixture over the sauce.
6. Top with sliced red onion, bell pepper, and corn kernels.
7. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the vegetables.
8. Drizzle olive oil over the top of the pizza.
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, garnish with chopped cilantro, and let cool for a few minutes before slicing.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 6 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 16 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, which supports muscle health and recovery.
• Contains whole grains from the pizza dough, providing fiber for digestive health.

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