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Mexican Chicken Jalapeño Pizza

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35min

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6 servings

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This zesty Mexican Chicken Jalapeño Pizza combines the best of Mexican flavors with classic pizza comfort. A crispy crust is topped with spicy salsa instead of traditional tomato sauce, then layered with seasoned chicken, melted cheese, and fresh jalapeños for a perfect balance of heat and flavor. Finished with fresh cilantro and cool toppings, this fusion creation delivers a fiesta of textures and tastes in every bite. Easy to prepare yet impressive to serve, this crowd-pleasing pizza makes a perfect weeknight dinner or weekend gathering centerpiece.

Nutrition Facts

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Fiber
Sugar
6 g
4 g
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Steps

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1
Preheat the Oven

Preheat oven to 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.

2
Cook the Chicken

Season chicken breast with 1 tablespoon taco seasoning. In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes per side.

3
Shred the Chicken

Let chicken cool slightly, then shred using two forks.

4
Season Shredded Chicken

Toss shredded chicken with remaining taco seasoning.

5
Prepare the Pizza Dough

On a floured surface, roll out pizza dough to form a 14-inch circle or rectangle, depending on your baking sheet.

6
Transfer Dough to Baking Sheet

Transfer the rolled dough to a baking sheet or pizza peel (if using a pizza stone).

7
Brush with Olive Oil

Brush the entire surface of the dough with olive oil, including the edges.

8
Season Crust

Sprinkle garlic powder over the oiled dough.

9
Spread Salsa

Spread salsa evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1-inch border around the edge.

10
Add Chicken

Distribute the seasoned shredded chicken evenly over the salsa.

11
Add Black Beans and Corn

Sprinkle black beans and corn kernels over the chicken layer.

12
Add Jalapeños and Onions

Thinly slice jalapeños and red onion. Distribute over the pizza.

13
Add Cheese

Sprinkle Mexican cheese blend evenly over all toppings.

14
Bake the Pizza

Bake for 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

15
Prepare Fresh Toppings

While pizza is baking, slice remaining jalapeño into thin rounds, chop cilantro, and slice avocado.

16
Cut Lime into Wedges

Quarter the lime for serving.

17
Remove Pizza from Oven

Once baked, remove pizza from oven and let cool for 2 minutes.

18
Add Fresh Toppings

Top the pizza with sliced avocado, fresh jalapeño rounds, and chopped cilantro.

19
Drizzle with Olive Oil

Lightly drizzle the finished pizza with remaining olive oil.

20
Add Sour Cream

Place small dollops of sour cream across the pizza.

21
Slice and Serve

Slice into wedges or squares and serve immediately with lime wedges for squeezing over individual slices.

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