🍕 Homemade Chicken Pizza

Ingredients

For the Dough3½ cups (440 g) all-purpose flour1 cup (240 ml) warm water2¼ tsp (7 g) instant yeast1 tsp sugar1 tsp salt2 tbsp olive oilFor the Toppings1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese1 chicken breast, cut into small pieces½ red bell pepper, sliced½ green bell pepper, sliced¼ red onion, thinly sliced¼ cup sliced black olivesFor the Sauce¾ cup tomato or pizza sauce1 tsp Italian seasoning½ tsp garlic powderSalt and black pepper, to tasteInstructionsMake the dough: Mix the warm water, yeast and sugar. Let it sit for about 5 minutes. Add the flour, salt and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth.Let it rise: Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.Prepare the chicken: Season the chicken pieces with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt and black pepper. Cook in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked and lightly browned.Shape the pizza: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Stretch the dough into a lightly greased pizza pan, keeping the edges slightly thicker.Add the sauce: Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough.Add the toppings: Sprinkle on the mozzarella, then distribute the cooked chicken, red and green peppers, red onion and black olives evenly over the top.Bake: Bake for approximately 15–20 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted, bubbling and lightly browned.Serve: Let the pizza rest for a couple of minutes, slice, and serve warm while the cheese is still beautifully melty. 🍕🔥

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