Chicken pizza
Chicken Pizza: A simple and delicious homemade pizza recipe
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Rising time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 15-20 minutes
Total: 1 hour
Number of servings: 2 pizzas with a diameter of 28 cm
Welcome to the fascinating world of cooking! Today, I will guide you step by step in preparing a delicious pizza with chicken breast, mushrooms, and fresh tomato sauce. This recipe is perfect for a family dinner or a treat with friends. Let's get started!
### Ingredients:
Dough:
- 400 gr. flour
- 200 ml warm water
- 15 gr. fresh yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Tomato sauce:
- 1 can of 400 gr. diced tomatoes in their own juice
- Fresh or dried basil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Chili (optional)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
Topping:
- 1 chicken breast
- Mozzarella (about 200 gr.)
- Fresh mushrooms (150 gr.)
- Olives (optional)
- Fresh tomatoes (2-3)
- Oregano
- Olive oil for drizzling
### Step by step:
1. Preparing the dough: Start by activating the yeast. Dissolve it in warm water and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. In a large bowl, combine the flour with the salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast-water mixture and olive oil. Mix with a spatula until you get a smooth dough. If you don't have a bread machine, don't worry! You can knead the dough by hand for 10 minutes.
2. Let the dough rise: Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. It should double in size.
3. Preparing the tomato sauce: While the dough is rising, prepare the sauce. Place the canned tomatoes in a blender and blend until smooth. Add salt, pepper, basil, chili, olive oil, and sugar. Mix well and set the sauce aside.
4. Preparing the ingredients: Wash the chicken breast and boil it in a pot of water. Boil it just until it changes color, then remove it and cut it into cubes. Slice the mushrooms and tomatoes, and grate the mozzarella.
5. Forming the pizza: Preheat the oven to 220°C. Divide the dough into two equal parts. Using your hands, stretch each piece of dough into the desired shape without using a rolling pin to keep the air in the dough. Place the crusts on pizza trays.
6. Assembling the pizza: Moisten each crust with 2-3 tablespoons of tomato sauce. Generously sprinkle grated mozzarella, then add the chicken cubes, mushrooms, tomatoes, and, if desired, olives. Don’t forget to sprinkle oregano and drizzle with olive oil before placing them in the oven.
7. Baking: Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Serving: Remove the pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Cut them and serve hot, perhaps with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a few fresh basil leaves on top for added flavor.
### Practical tips:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients for optimal taste.
- Use a pizza stone if you have one; it will help achieve a crispy crust.
- Vary the toppings according to your preferences: add bell peppers, onions, or even pineapple for an exotic taste.
This chicken pizza recipe is not only simple but also extremely versatile, allowing you to experiment with your choice of ingredients. Enjoy your meal!
Ingredients: Dough: 400 gr. flour 200 ml warm water 15 gr. yeast 1/2 teaspoon salt 3 tablespoons olive oil Tomato sauce: 1 can of 400 gr diced tomatoes in their own juice fresh or dried basil salt pepper chili pepper 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 teaspoon sugar Topping: 1 chicken breast mozzarella fresh mushrooms olives olives tomatoes oregano olive oil
