Mini Homemade Chicken Pizzas
These flavorful mini homemade pizzas feature a soft, seasoned yogurt dough topped with a smoky homemade tomato sauce, tender spiced chicken, crisp vegetables, and melted cheese. They are perfectly portioned for lunchboxes, family dinners, or party snacks.
Ingredients for 6 portions
Instructions
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Make the pizza sauce: Heat 2 tbsp oil in a skillet over low heat, add 1 minced red onion, and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until translucent.
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Stir in 1 cup tomato sauce, 1 tbsp oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp sugar. Cover and simmer on low heat for 10 minutes.
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Add 3 tbsp ketchup and 3 tbsp barbecue sauce to the pan, cover and cook for another 3 minutes, then set aside to cool.
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Activate the yeast: Whisk together 1 cup warm water, 1 tbsp sugar, and 1 tbsp dry yeast in a small bowl, cover, and let stand for 10 minutes.
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Prepare the dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine 3 cups flour, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp oregano, and 1 tbsp baking powder. Add 1/3 cup oil, 1 egg, 1 cup yogurt, and the activated yeast mixture.
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Knead the mixture until a smooth, slightly tacky dough forms, then place in a covered bowl in a warm place for 1 hour to rise.
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Cook the chicken topping: Heat 1 tbsp oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken breast and sauté with 1/4 tsp oregano, 1/4 tsp black pepper, and 1/4 tsp salt until golden and cooked through.
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Shape the crusts: Punch down the risen dough and divide into equal balls. Flatten slightly on a parchment-lined baking sheet, rest for 8 minutes, then press into mini pizza rounds with slightly raised edges.
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Assemble: Spread a generous layer of cooled pizza sauce over each base, then top with cooked chicken, sliced green olives, sliced red and green bell peppers, sliced red onion, shredded cheddar, and mozzarella cheese.
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Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 380°F (190°C) for 15 to 18 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the crusts are golden brown.
