Cozy Chili Garlic Chicken Pizza Night: 1 Crave-Worthy Reason You’ll Love It on Cold Evenings
A spicy, savory pizza made with juicy chili garlic chicken, melted mozzarella, and crisp veggies, perfect for cozy nights in.
Ingredients
1 lb pizza dough
1 tbsp olive oil
1/2 lb chicken thighs or breast, diced
3 tbsp chili garlic sauce (divided)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 bell pepper, sliced (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Let dough sit at room temperature for 30–45 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C).
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In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 6–8 minutes. Set aside.
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Roll out dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch round. Transfer to parchment paper.
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Spread 2 tbsp chili garlic sauce on the dough. Top with half the cheese, then add chicken, red onion, and bell pepper if using. Finish with remaining cheese.
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Bake for 12–15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbling.
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Remove from oven, garnish with herbs, slice, and serve hot.
Notes
Use gluten-free crust or dairy-free cheese as needed. For extra spice, add crushed red pepper.