Heart-Healthy BBQ Chicken Pizza
Satisfy your pizza craving while staying on track with your health goals with this irresistible Heart-Healthy BBQ Chicken Pizza. Built on a nutrient-packed whole-wheat crust, this lighter take on a classic favorite combines tender, seasoned chicken breast with a tangy low-sodium barbecue sauce. Vibrant slices of red and yellow bell peppers, along with red onion, add a rainbow of crunch and flavor, while a sprinkle of reduced-fat mozzarella cheese ensures a melty, satisfying finish. Fresh cilantro tops it all off, bringing a burst of herbaceous freshness to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy and heart-smart recipe is perfect for a quick family dinner or a health-conscious indulgence on pizza night.
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Ingredients
- 1 whole-wheat pizza crust
- 8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 0.5 cup low-sodium barbecue sauce
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium yellow bell pepper
- 1 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Step 2
Slice the boneless, skinless chicken breast into thin strips.
Step 3
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Step 4
Add the chicken strips to the skillet; season with black pepper, and cook for 5-7 minutes until lightly browned and cooked through.
Step 5
Remove the skillet from heat and coat the chicken with 1/4 cup of low-sodium barbecue sauce. Set aside.
Step 6
Slice the red onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper thinly.
Step 7
Place the whole-wheat pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone.
Step 8
Spread the remaining 1/4 cup of low-sodium barbecue sauce evenly over the pizza crust.
Step 9
Distribute the barbecue chicken evenly on the crust.
Step 10
Top with sliced red onion, red bell pepper, and yellow bell pepper.
Step 11
Sprinkle the reduced-fat mozzarella cheese evenly over the entire pizza.
Step 12
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.
Step 13
Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool slightly.
Step 14
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro.
Step 15
Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your heart-healthy BBQ chicken pizza!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (965.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1431.9 |
| Total Fat 44.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 16.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 240.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1406.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 139.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 59.9g | |
| Protein 122.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 11.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1026.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1891.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories