Chicken Cheddar Pizza

Savor the mouthwatering combination of flavors with this Chicken Cheddar Pizza, a quick and versatile recipe perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. Built on a golden, crispy crust, this pizza is layered with a tangy barbecue or pizza sauce, tender shredded chicken breast, and a colorful medley of red onion and green bell pepper. Melted cheddar and mozzarella cheeses create a gooey, irresistible topping, while hints of garlic, oregano, and basil infuse every bite with bold, aromatic flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, this homemade pizza is easy to prepare and can be tailored to suit your sauce and topping preferences. Serve slices fresh out of the oven, garnished with fragrant parsley for an extra burst of freshness. Whether you’re a pizza lover or looking to upgrade dinner, this recipe is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 piece (12-inch, store-bought or homemade) Pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1.5 cups Cooked chicken breast, shredded
• 1.5 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce or pizza sauce
• 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.5 cup Green bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.

Step 2

On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Transfer the dough to a baking sheet or preheated pizza stone.

Step 3

Brush the dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, spreading it evenly. Set aside.

Step 4

In a skillet over medium heat, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, then remove from heat.

Step 5

Spread the barbecue sauce or pizza sauce evenly over the prepared pizza dough. Sprinkle the sautéed garlic over the sauce.

Step 6

Evenly distribute the shredded chicken across the pizza. Add the red onion and green bell pepper on top.

Step 7

Sprinkle the cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese evenly over the toppings.

Step 8

Season the pizza with dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 9

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and melted.

Step 10

Carefully remove the pizza from the oven. Let it cool slightly for about 2-3 minutes before slicing.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1240.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2680.0

Total Fat 124.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 58.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 572.2mg	0%
Sodium 4882.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 60.6g
Protein 203.2g	0%

Vitamin D 40.2IU	0%
Calcium 2184.7mg	0%
Iron 14.5mg	0%
Potassium 2011.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.7%

Protein: 30.3%

Carbs: 28.0%