Tandoori Chicken Pizza

Experience a bold fusion of flavors with Tandoori Chicken Pizza, where traditional Indian spices meet classic Italian comfort food. This recipe features tender, marinated chicken thighs infused with yogurt, garlic, ginger, and a vibrant tandoori masala spice mix, baked to perfection for a smoky, charred finish. The succulent chicken is layered atop a crispy pizza crust with tangy tomato sauce, bubbling mozzarella cheese, and fresh toppings like red onions and bell peppers for an extra burst of flavor. Garnished with fragrant cilantro, this pizza brings together rich, aromatic spices and cheesy goodness in every bite. Perfect for dinner parties or an indulgent weeknight meal, this recipe combines global cuisines into a delicious masterpiece that's sure to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 g Chicken thigh (boneless, skinless)
• 120 g Plain yogurt
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Ginger (grated)
• 2 tbsp Tandoori masala spice mix
• 1 tbsp Lemon juice
• 1 tbsp Olive oil
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 piece Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
• 100 g Pizza sauce
• 150 g Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 50 g Red onion (sliced thinly)
• 50 g Bell pepper (sliced thinly)
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro leaves (chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a bowl, mix the plain yogurt, garlic, ginger, tandoori masala spice mix, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt to create the tandoori marinade.

Step 2

Add the chicken thigh pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Cover the bowl and allow to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, ideally overnight for more flavor.

Step 3

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 4

Place the marinated chicken on the prepared tray and bake for 15-18 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. Alternatively, you can grill the chicken for added smokiness. Once done, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then cut it into bite-sized pieces.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) for baking the pizza.

Step 6

Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer it to a pizza stone or baking tray.

Step 7

Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 8

Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce as the first layer.

Step 9

Top the pizza with the cooked tandoori chicken pieces, sliced red onion, and bell pepper.

Step 10

Finish by sprinkling the remaining mozzarella cheese over the toppings.

Step 11

Bake the pizza in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crisp and the cheese is bubbling and browned in spots.

Step 12

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for a couple of minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves before serving.

Step 13

Slice the pizza and enjoy your Tandoori Chicken Pizza fresh and hot!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1046.7 grams (1046.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2066

Total Fat 92.70g	119%
Saturated Fat 32.30g	161%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.40g
Cholesterol 500mg	167%
Sodium 3601mg	157%
Total Carbohydrate 163.90g	60%
Dietary Fiber 14.10g	50%
Total Sugars 22.70g
Protein 140.20g	280%

Vitamin D 58IU	288%
Calcium 1185mg	91%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 2328mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 32.0%