Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza Recipe
A delightful Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza combines the savory flavors of shredded chicken and creamy Brie with the sweet tang of cranberry sauce, all atop a crispy pizza crust. Perfect for a unique and festive twist on traditional pizza, this recipe is easy to prepare and bursts with seasonal flavor.
- Author: liam
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course, Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Pizza Base
- 1 pre-made pizza crust (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Toppings
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded (or leftover turkey)
- 1/2 cup cranberry sauce
- 8 oz Brie cheese, sliced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish (Optional)
- Arugula or fresh spinach for topping
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C), or follow the instructions provided on your pizza crust package to ensure optimal baking temperature.
- Prepare Pizza Crust: Roll out your pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone to your desired thickness. Lightly brush the surface of the crust with olive oil to help achieve a crispy texture once baked.
- Mix Cranberry & Chicken: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with cranberry sauce. Stir well until the chicken is evenly coated with the sweet and tangy cranberry mixture.
- Assemble Toppings: Evenly spread the cranberry-coated chicken over the prepared pizza crust. Arrange slices of Brie cheese uniformly across the pizza, followed by sprinkling shredded mozzarella cheese and thinly sliced red onions.
- Season & Drizzle: Drizzle the entire pizza with olive oil. Sprinkle fresh or dried thyme leaves over the top, and season with salt and pepper according to taste.
- Bake: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cheeses are melted and bubbly, and the crust turns golden brown.
- Add Fresh Greens: Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Optionally, top with fresh arugula or spinach for a peppery, fresh contrast before serving.
Notes
- Using leftover cooked chicken or turkey is a great way to repurpose holiday leftovers.
- Substitute Brie with another creamy cheese like Camembert if desired.
- For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free pizza crust.
- Ensure Brie is rind-on for added flavor and texture.
- Adding fresh greens like arugula adds freshness but can be omitted if preferred.
- Adjust baking time depending on your oven and crust thickness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of pizza
- Calories: 380 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 410 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
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