Description
This Hot Honey Chicken Pizza is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that combines tender, skillet-cooked chicken with spicy-sweet hot honey drizzle on a crispy pizza crust. Perfect for a quick 30-minute meal, it offers a delicious balance of gooey mozzarella, savory sauce, and a touch of heat.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1-2 chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Pizza
- 2 pizza crusts with cornmeal for handling dough
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (optional)
Topping
- 3 tbsp hot honey drizzle
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F to ensure it is hot enough for baking the pizza to a crispy crust and melted cheese.
- Prepare and Cook Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts in half lengthwise to create four thin pieces. Season them with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, then cook the chicken for about 4 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Once cooked, let the chicken rest for a few minutes before slicing into bite-sized cubes.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread pizza sauce evenly over each pizza crust. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella on top followed by the cooked chicken pieces. Optionally, add Italian seasoning and any other preferred toppings.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the assembled pizzas in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and the crust is golden brown.
- Add Hot Honey Topping: After removing the pizza from the oven, drizzle the hot honey evenly over the top to add a spicy-sweet finish just before serving.
Notes
- Make sure the chicken is cooked thoroughly to 165°F for safety.
- Using thinly sliced chicken helps it cook quickly and evenly.
- You can customize the pizza with additional toppings like onions, peppers, or fresh basil.
- If you prefer a milder taste, reduce the amount of hot honey or use regular honey.
- Allow chicken to rest after cooking to retain juices and ensure tenderness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
