Mexican Chicken Pizza With Cornmeal Crust |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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I added the carmelized onions and it really brings out the taste of the fire roasted tomatoes. We loved it. I plan on making different pizzas with the cornmeal crust. A taco pizza would be great. A great way to use up leftover chicken. Ingredients:
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil (can use butter) |
1 onion, thinly sliced (2 cups) |
1/2 teaspoon sugar |
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour |
1 tablespoon sugar |
1 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast |
1/4 teaspoon sea salt |
3/4 cup warm water |
1 tablespoon olive oil |
1/3 cup yellow cornmeal |
additional cornmeal |
2 cups mexican blend cheese |
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken |
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced fire-roasted tomatoes, drained (muir glen organic) |
1/2 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped |
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped |
1/4 cup green onion, sliced (optional) |
sour cream (optional) |
Directions:
1. Heat oil (or butter) in large skillet. Add onions and cook over medium low heat, stirring frequently until onions are golden brown and soft. Stir in 1/2 teaspoons sugar and cook 1-2 minutes more. Set aside.
2. Heat oven to 450. In medium bowl, stir together 3/4 cup of the flour, the sugar, yeast and salt. Stir in warm water and oil. Beat with electric mixer on low 30 seconds. Beat on high about 1 minute. Stir in 1/3 cup cornmeal and remaining 3/4 cup flour to make a soft dough. On lightly floured surface, knead dough until smooth and elastic, about 5 minutes. Cover and let rest 10 minutes.
3. Spray large cookie sheet with cooking spray; sprinkle with additional cornmeal. Press dough into 14x10-inch rectangle on cookie sheet; prick with fork. Bake 8 to 10 minutes or until edges just begin to brown. Spread the onions on crust, then sprinkle with 1 cup of the cheese. Top with chicken, tomatoes and bell pepper. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown. Sprinkle with cilantro. Add green onion and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
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