Description
This Spicy Chicken and Jalapeño Pizza combines a homemade thin crust with a flavorful shredded chicken topping infused with chili and cayenne spices. Topped with pizza sauce, Parmesan, mozzarella, sharp cheddar cheese, and pickled jalapeños, this pizza delivers an exciting kick of heat and bold flavors perfect for spice lovers.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 1/2 cup water (heated to 115°F)
- 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast
- 1/4 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Chicken Topping
- 1 boneless chicken breast
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 to 1 1/2 cups chicken broth
For the Pizza Assembly
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup whole milk mozzarella cheese (freshly shredded)
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese (freshly shredded)
- Pickled jalapeños (to taste)
- Ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: Heat water to 115°F and combine with the active dry yeast and granulated sugar. Let this mixture proof for 5-10 minutes until frothy, indicating the yeast is active.
- Make the Dough: In a large bowl or stand mixer, mix together the flour and salt. While mixing, slowly add the yeast mixture followed by olive oil. Continue mixing until the dough forms a smooth ball. If needed, knead by hand. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and allow to rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the Spiced Chicken: Slice the chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner pieces. Place chicken and all spices (chili powder, cayenne pepper, ground black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt) into a small saucepan. Add enough chicken broth to cover the chicken entirely. Cook over medium heat until chicken is fully cooked, then remove and shred the chicken. Return the shredded chicken to the saucepan and simmer until the broth evaporates, leaving the flavorful chicken dry.
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F to prepare for baking the pizza.
- Assemble the Pizza: Lightly grease a baking sheet with olive oil. Shape the risen dough to your desired pizza size and thickness on the sheet. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough surface. Sprinkle the Parmesan cheese next, followed by the shredded spiced chicken. Then add mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly on top. Finally, scatter pickled jalapeños and sprinkle with ground black pepper according to taste.
- Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 18-22 minutes or until the crust is golden and crispy and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven, slice into pieces, and serve warm for the best flavor experience.
Notes
- Make sure the water temperature is accurate for activating yeast; too hot can kill the yeast.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeños based on your preferred spice level.
- Shredding the chicken finely helps it distribute evenly on the pizza.
- If you prefer a thinner crust, roll the dough out more before baking.
- This pizza pairs well with a light salad or a cooling dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of pizza)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Spicy Chicken Pizza, Jalapeño Pizza, Homemade Pizza, Spicy Pizza, Chicken Pizza Recipe
