Description
This Spicy Chicken and Pickled Jalapeno Pizza delivers a perfect blend of heat and flavor with seasoned shredded chicken, tangy pickled jalapeños, melted mozzarella cheese, and an optional drizzle of ranch or spicy sauce. Baked to golden perfection, this pizza is a quick and satisfying meal that excites the taste buds with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Pizza Base
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Toppings
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup pickled jalapeños, sliced
Optional Garnishes
- ¼ cup ranch dressing or spicy sauce
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for a crispy crust.
- Prepare the dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness, shaping it evenly.
- Add olive oil: Transfer the rolled dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet and brush the surface lightly with olive oil to help the crust crisp and add flavor.
- Season the chicken: In a bowl, combine shredded cooked chicken with chili powder, garlic powder, and onion powder, mixing until the chicken is evenly coated in spices.
- Assemble the pizza: Evenly spread the seasoned chicken across the dough, then sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese generously over the top.
- Add jalapeños: Scatter the sliced pickled jalapeños evenly on top of the cheese to add a tangy, spicy kick.
- Bake the pizza: Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool the pizza: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes to set the toppings and avoid burning your mouth.
- Drizzle with sauce: If desired, drizzle ranch dressing or your favorite spicy sauce over the pizza to enhance the flavor profile.
- Garnish and serve: Top with fresh cilantro for an herbal freshness and serve while warm for the best taste experience.
Notes
- You can use store-bought pizza dough for convenience or make your own dough if preferred.
- The pickled jalapeños add tang and spice, adjust quantity to your taste tolerance.
- For a spicier kick, add some crushed red pepper flakes along with the seasoning.
- The ranch dressing is optional but provides a creamy contrast to the heat.
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust but a baking sheet works well too.
