– 1 pre-made pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
– 1 cup cooked and shredded chicken breast
– 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
– ½ cup bell peppers, chopped (red, yellow, or green)
– ½ cup fresh spinach, chopped
– ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
– ¼ teaspoon salt
– ¼ teaspoon black pepper
– Olive oil for drizzling
– Optional: crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Creating Chicken Veggie Pizza is seamless if you follow these steps carefully:
1. Preheat your oven: Set the temperature to 450°F (232°C), ensuring it is hot enough for a crispy crust.
2. Prepare the chicken: If not already done, cook and shred the chicken breast. You can use rotisserie chicken for added convenience.
3. Chop the vegetables: Dice the bell peppers, chop the spinach, and slice the red onion. Ensure they are bite-sized for easy eating.
4. Mix the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the shredded chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Set aside for flavor infusion.
5. Assemble the pizza: Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or a pizza stone. Spread the cooked chicken mixture evenly across the crust.
6. Add the veggies: Layer the chopped bell peppers, spinach, and sliced red onion on top of the chicken.
7. Cheese it up: Generously sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the entire pizza.
8. Drizzle with olive oil: Lightly drizzle olive oil over the toppings to enhance flavor and help with browning.
9. Bake the pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the crust is golden brown.
10. Slice and serve: Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes, then slice into wedges. Serve hot and enjoy!
Following these steps will guide you to creating a delightful Chicken Veggie Pizza that showcases delicious flavors and healthy ingredients.