Description
This Tzatziki Chicken & Veggie Naan Pizza is a quick and flavorful meal combining soft naan bread topped with creamy tzatziki sauce, tender cooked chicken, fresh spinach, juicy cherry tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a light lunch or easy dinner, it’s ready in just 22 minutes and offers a delicious Mediterranean-inspired twist on traditional pizza.
Ingredients
Scale
Base & Sauce
- 2 naan breads
- 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade)
Protein & Vegetables
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast (shredded or diced)
- 1 cup fresh spinach leaves
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
Cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for baking the naan pizza evenly.
- Prepare Naan Base: Place the naan breads on a baking sheet or pizza stone to create a sturdy base for the toppings and to help achieve a crispy crust.
- Apply Tzatziki Sauce: Spread an even layer of tzatziki sauce over each naan, leaving a small border around the edges to avoid spillage and to give a neat crust.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the tzatziki sauce to provide a creamy, melting layer that holds the toppings together.
- Top with Chicken and Veggies: Distribute the shredded chicken, fresh spinach leaves, and halved cherry tomatoes across each naan for balanced flavor and color.
- Bake: Place the pizzas in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly, and the edges of the naan turn golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove the pizzas from the oven, allow them to cool slightly for easier handling, then slice and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- You can substitute the chicken with cooked lamb or beef for a different protein option.
- Use store-bought tzatziki for convenience or make your own for a fresher taste.
- Spinach can be swapped with arugula or kale for a peppery or heartier green.
- For a dairy-free alternative, replace mozzarella with a vegan cheese and use a dairy-free tzatziki.
- Cooked chicken can be prepared ahead of time to reduce prep time.
