Description
This Sweet Chili Garlic Chicken Pizza combines tender, juicy chicken breast cooked in a flavorful sweet chili garlic sauce, layered over a crispy homemade or store-bought pizza dough with a melty blend of mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Topped with fresh red onions, optional cilantro, and toasted sesame seeds, this pizza offers a perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, ideal for a delicious homemade meal or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken and Sauce
- 1 lb chicken breast (boneless, skinless)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Pizza
- 1 pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
Garnish (Optional)
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon sesame seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to preheat as well, ensuring the crust will bake evenly and crisp up nicely.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil over medium heat in a skillet. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side until fully cooked (internal temperature of 165°F or 74°C). Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes, then dice into small pieces for topping.
- Prepare the chili garlic sauce: In a small bowl, combine sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and red pepper flakes if using. Mix thoroughly and set aside to let the flavors meld.
- Assemble the pizza: Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface to your preferred thickness. Transfer the dough onto a greased baking sheet or preheated pizza stone. Spread the prepared chili garlic sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Add the toppings: Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce. Evenly distribute the diced chicken and red onion slices over the cheese, then sprinkle the remaining mozzarella followed by the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake the pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust turns golden and crispy and the cheese is melted, bubbling, and slightly browned.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro and sesame seeds if desired. Slice into pieces and serve warm for the best flavor and texture experience.
Notes
- You can add or omit red pepper flakes based on your heat preference.
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispier crust, but a baking sheet works well too.
- Allowing the chicken to rest before dicing keeps it juicy.
- Fresh cilantro and sesame seeds add nice fresh and nutty flavor contrasts but are optional.
- This pizza pairs well with a simple green salad for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Sweet Chili Chicken Pizza, Garlic Chicken Pizza, Homemade Chicken Pizza, Spicy Chicken Pizza, Easy Pizza Recipe
