Description
This Tandoori Chicken Pizza offers a vibrant and flavorful twist on a classic favorite, combining the smoky, spiced flavors of tandoori chicken with the cheesy goodness of pizza. Featuring a crispy crust topped with tandoori-spiced chicken, colorful vegetables, and a luscious yogurt sauce, this Indian-inspired fusion dish is perfect for those craving something unique and delicious.
Ingredients
Pizza Base and Sauce
- 1 prepared 12-inch pizza crust
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce or tomato sauce
Tandoori Chicken and Yogurt Mixture
- 1 cup cooked tandoori chicken, chopped
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon tandoori masala
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Cheese and Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place the pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone to prepare for baking.
- Prepare Yogurt Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, tandoori masala, and lemon juice, stirring well to create a flavorful yogurt sauce.
- Coat Chicken: In another bowl, toss the chopped tandoori chicken with half of the yogurt mixture to thoroughly coat the chicken pieces with the spice-infused sauce.
- Assemble Pizza Base: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the prepared crust, leaving a small border around the edges to form the crust rim.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauced crust to create a cheesy foundation.
- Add Toppings: Distribute the tandoori chicken, sliced red onions, and diced bell peppers evenly over the cheese layer.
- Finish Toppings: Drizzle the olive oil lightly over the toppings, then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese on top for a rich, melty finish.
- Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Final Touch: Remove the pizza from the oven and drizzle the remaining yogurt mixture lightly over the top for a tangy flair.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro over the pizza before slicing into 6 pieces and serving warm.
Notes
- For an extra kick of heat, add sliced jalapeños or a pinch of chili flakes before baking.
- Naan bread can be used as a convenient and tasty alternative to traditional pizza crust for a more authentic Indian flavor.
