Homemade Chicken Tikka Pizza
This homemade chicken tikka pizza combines the bold spices of Indian cuisine with the cheesy, comforting base of classic pizza. Featuring marinated chicken, creamy sauce, and vibrant toppings, it’s a flavorful twist perfect for pizza night.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–15 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour (including marinating)
- Yield: 2–3 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Fusion
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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- 1 chicken breast or 2 thighs, diced
- 1/2 cup yogurt
- 1 tablespoon tikka masala spices (garam masala, cumin, paprika, turmeric, garlic, ginger)
- 1 prepared pizza dough or base
- 1/3 cup pizza sauce or tikka masala sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella or cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup onion slices
- 1/4 cup bell pepper slices
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Optional: yogurt or mint chutney for drizzling
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in yogurt and tikka spices for at least 30 minutes (up to overnight).
- Cook marinated chicken in a skillet until browned and just cooked through.
- Preheat oven to 230–250 °C (450–480 °F).
- Roll out pizza dough and place on a baking tray or pizza stone.
- Spread sauce evenly over the base, then add cheese, cooked chicken, onion, and bell peppers.
- Bake for 10–15 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro and a drizzle of yogurt or chutney before serving.
Notes
- Use naan or flatbread for a quick and easy crust.
- Add paneer or tofu for a vegetarian variation.
- Adjust spice level by modifying the amount of chili in the tikka marinade.
- Pre-bake crust slightly to prevent sogginess.
- Use a mix of mozzarella and cheddar for optimal flavor and melt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/3 pizza
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Find it online: https://tastyera.com/homemade-chicken-tikka-pizza/