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Homemade Chicken and Cheese Pizza

Crispy and delicious pizza topped with seasoned chicken pieces, fresh vegetables, and melted mozzarella cheese, restaurant-style.

55 min 4 servings 460 cal/serving Medium 4 views
Homemade Chicken and Cheese Pizza

Instructions

  1. Activating the Yeast
    In a small bowl, combine warm water with instant yeast and sugar, and let the mixture rest for 5 minutes until bubbles appear on the surface. · 5 min
  2. Kneading and Shaping the Dough
    In a large bowl, place flour and salt, then pour in the yeast mixture and one tablespoon of olive oil. Knead the ingredients well for 8 minutes until a soft, smooth dough forms that does not stick to your hands. · 8 min
  3. Proofing the Dough
    Brush the dough with a little olive oil, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it ferment in a warm place for 30 minutes until it doubles in size. · 30 min
  4. Cooking the Chicken
    In a skillet over medium heat, sauté the chicken cubes with a pinch of salt, black pepper, and a little oil until fully cooked and lightly golden, then set aside. · 7 min
  5. Rolling the Dough
    Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a circle about half a centimeter thick, then transfer it to a baking sheet.
  6. Topping the Pizza
    Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges, then sprinkle half of the cheese, followed by the chicken cubes, bell pepper slices, and olives, and finish with the remaining cheese and oregano.
  7. Baking
    Bake the pizza in a preheated oven at 220°C on the bottom rack for 12 to 15 minutes until the bottom is golden brown, the cheese is melted, and the crust edges are nicely browned. · 15 min

Nutrition / serving

460
cal
27
protein g
52
carbs g
16
fat g

Chef's tips

To ensure a crispy, non-soggy pizza crust, be sure to preheat the baking sheet inside the oven before transferring the dough onto it, and make sure the chicken and vegetables are well drained of any liquids before adding them over the dough.