Chicken pizza
Origin of the recipe
Chicken pizza is a modern take on classic Italian pizza, popular due to its versatility and readily available ingredients. Fun fact: seafood is traditionally used in Italy, but at home, chicken is often substituted for seafood for a lighter, more affordable dish. This recipe is perfect for those looking to make chicken pizza quickly and easily. Modern chefs have adapted Italian pizza by adding chicken and mushrooms to create a rich flavor and texture the whole family will love. This pizza has a juicy topping and a crispy crust. Learn how to make chicken pizza in the oven and delight your loved ones with a delicious dish. Perfect for dinner or a holiday meal.
What do you need for cooking?
Ingredients
For the test:
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Flour
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Water
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Yeast
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Sugar
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Salt
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Vegetable oil
For the filling:
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Chicken fillet
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Mushrooms
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Cream
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Garlic
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Tomato sauce
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Mozzarella cheese
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Black pepper
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Paprika
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Salt
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Coriander
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Fresh basil
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Fresh parsley
Kitchen utensils
- Knife
- Board
- Bowl
- Pan
- Measuring cup
Step-by-step recipe
Step 1:
Dissolve yeast and sugar in warm water, leave for 10 minutes until foam appears.
Step 2:
Add some sifted flour, salt and vegetable oil to the yeast mixture.
Step 3:
Knead the dough, adding vegetable oil.
Step 4:
Add the remaining flour in portions, bringing its amount to 450–500 g, and knead the dough with your hands for 10 minutes.
Step 5:
Grease the bowl and dough with vegetable oil, cover and place in a warm place for 1 hour.
Step 6:
Cut the chicken fillet and mushrooms into pieces.
Step 7:
Add vegetable oil and butter to a heated frying pan.
Step 8:
Fry the chicken in a frying pan for 2-3 minutes.
Step 9:
Add mushrooms and continue to fry.
NOTE: This recipe uses oyster mushrooms, but other mushrooms will work as well.
Step 10:
Add salt, pepper, coriander and paprika and cook for a few more minutes.
Step 11:
Pour in the cream and add the garlic. Stir and simmer for about a minute.
Step 12:
Add parsley and basil to the filling. Stir and remove from heat.
Step 13:
Divide the dough into two parts, round them, cover with plastic wrap and leave to rest for 5–10 minutes.
Step 14:
Roll out the dough and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
Step 15:
Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
Step 16:
Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
Step 17:
Place in the oven at 250°C for 10–15 minutes until golden brown.
Step 18:
After baking, let the pizza cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Cooking tips
Before baking, brush the edges of the dough with olive oil for a crispy crust.
Use fresh mushrooms for rich flavor and juiciness in the filling.
Don't overload the pizza with toppings to avoid it becoming raw inside.
For perfect results, check the dough's readiness by pressing it with your finger - if the indentation slowly returns, the dough is ready.
Add the cheese in two stages: some before baking, some 5 minutes before the end.
Let the pizza cool slightly before serving to allow the cheese to set and prevent it from spreading.
This chicken pizza recipe is the perfect solution for those looking to quickly and deliciously feed the family. Follow these simple steps and you'll be able to create the perfect crust for your favorite pizza.
