Thai Basil Chicken Pizza

Thai Basil Chicken Pizza is a delightful fusion dish that combines the bold flavors of Thai cuisine with the comfort of pizza. Topped with aromatic basil, tender chicken, and a hint of chili, this high-protein dish is both satisfying and nutritious.

Ingredients

• Pizza dough - 200 grams
• Cooked chicken breast, shredded - 150 grams
• Thai basil leaves - 30 grams
• Mozzarella cheese, shredded - 100 grams
• Red bell pepper, thinly sliced - 50 grams
• Onion, thinly sliced - 50 grams
• Garlic, minced - 2 cloves
• Soy sauce - 15 ml
• Oyster sauce - 15 ml
• Chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Lime, juiced - 1
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 220°C (425°F).
2. Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a baking sheet or pizza stone.
3. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
4. Add the shredded chicken, sliced onion, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are soft.
5. Stir in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and chili flakes. Cook for an additional 2 minutes and remove from heat.
6. Spread the chicken and vegetable mixture evenly over the pizza dough.
7. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and sprinkle fresh Thai basil leaves on top.
8. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
9. Remove from the oven, drizzle with lime juice, and let it cool for a minute before slicing.
10. Serve hot and enjoy your Thai Basil Chicken Pizza!

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, aiding muscle growth and repair.
• Contains Thai basil, which has anti-inflammatory properties and supports digestion.

Tags