Description
Chicken Enchilada Pizza is a delightful fusion of two beloved comfort foods that will tantalize your taste buds. With its crispy crust, tender shredded chicken, zesty enchilada sauce, and gooey cheese, this dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Easy to prepare and customize with your favorite toppings, it promises to be a hit with family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup enchilada sauce
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (sliced)
- 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup sour cream (for topping)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook seasoned chicken breasts in olive oil until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C), about 6-7 minutes per side. Let rest before shredding.
- Roll out the pizza dough to half an inch thick and transfer it to the baking sheet.
- Spread enchilada sauce over the dough, then layer with shredded chicken, bell peppers, red onion, and cheeses.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before adding sour cream and cilantro on top. Slice and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg