Gai Pad Med Mamuang Pizza

Gai Pad Med Mamuang Pizza is a delightful fusion of traditional Thai flavors and classic pizza, featuring stir-fried chicken with cashews and aromatic spices on a crispy crust. This high-protein dish is perfect for those looking to enjoy a healthy yet indulgent meal.

Ingredients

• Whole wheat pizza dough - 250 grams
• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 200 grams
• Cashew nuts, roasted - 50 grams
• Red bell pepper, sliced - 1 medium
• Green onions, chopped - 2 stalks
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Ginger, minced - 1 teaspoon
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon (optional)
• Cilantro, chopped - for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (428°F).
2. In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat, then add minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant.
3. Add the shredded chicken and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
4. Mix in the soy sauce and oyster sauce, then add the sliced red bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.
5. Stir in the roasted cashew nuts and chopped green onions and remove from heat.
6. Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
7. Transfer the dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Spread the chicken and cashew mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
9. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese on top and add chili flakes if desired.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
11. Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped cilantro, slice, and serve hot.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken and cashews, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from cashews, promoting heart health.

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