Mediterranean Chicken and Spinach Pizza
Indulge in the delightful flavors of the Mediterranean with this Chicken, Spinach, Sun-Dried Tomato, and Feta Pizza. This recipe features tender, cubed chicken breast sautéed in robust garlic, perfectly paired with fresh spinach and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Topped with creamy feta and gooey mozzarella cheese, this pizza is sure to impress at any meal or gathering. It's a healthy and delicious twist on traditional pizza that everyone will love!
4
Servings
300
Calories
10
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken breast
3/4 lb (cubed)
extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon (for cooking)
garlic cloves
3 (minced)
spinach
6 ounces (fresh)
water
1/4 cup (for steaming)
sun-dried tomatoes
3 ounces (chopped)
feta cheese
3/8 cup (crumbled)
mozzarella cheese
2 cups (shredded)
pizza sauce
to taste (for spreading)
whole wheat pizza crust
1 (prepared crust)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
In a large skillet, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium to medium-high heat. Once hot, add the cubed chicken breast and minced garlic.
3
Sauté the chicken and garlic, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from heat and set aside.
4
In a separate skillet, add 1/4 cup of water and the spinach. Cover and cook over medium heat until the spinach is wilted, about 2-3 minutes.
5
Once wilted, remove the spinach from the heat and drain any excess liquid. Set aside.
6
Roll out the whole wheat pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the crust to your desired thickness.
7
Chop the sun-dried tomatoes into small pieces.
8
Evenly distribute the cooked chicken over the sauce, followed by a generous layer of shredded mozzarella cheese.
9
Top with the cooked spinach, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and crumbled feta cheese.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 18 minutes or until the crust is crisp and the cheese is bubbly and golden.
11
Once baked, let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Mediterranean feast!
Nutrition Information
15g
Fat
22.5g
Carbs
22.5g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Mediterranean Chicken and Spinach Pizza?
It is a flavorful pizza featuring tender cubed chicken breast, fresh spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, feta, and mozzarella cheese on a whole wheat crust.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 300 calories per serving in this recipe.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 4 servings.
What kind of pizza crust is used?
A single prepared whole wheat pizza crust is used for this recipe.
How much chicken breast is required?
You will need 3/4 lb of chicken breast, cubed.
Do I need to cook the chicken before putting it on the pizza?
Yes, the chicken should be sautéed in olive oil with minced garlic until fully cooked and no longer pink before being added to the pizza.
How much garlic is included in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 3 cloves of minced garlic.
How do I prepare the spinach?
The spinach should be cooked in a skillet with 1/4 cup of water until wilted, which takes about 2-3 minutes, then drained of excess liquid.
How much spinach is needed?
The recipe requires 6 ounces of fresh spinach.
What types of cheese are used?
This pizza uses a combination of shredded mozzarella cheese and crumbled feta cheese.
How much mozzarella cheese should I use?
You will need 2 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese.
How much feta cheese is needed?
The recipe calls for 3/8 cup of crumbled feta cheese.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 15g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each serving?
Each serving contains 22.5g of carbohydrates.
What is the protein content per serving?
Each serving provides 22.5g of protein.
How many sun-dried tomatoes are used?
The recipe uses 3 ounces of chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
How long should the pizza bake?
Bake the pizza for approximately 18 minutes or until the crust is crisp and the cheese is bubbly.
What kind of oil should I use for sautéing the chicken?
Extra virgin olive oil is recommended for sautéing the chicken and garlic.
How much pizza sauce is required?
Pizza sauce should be spread to your desired thickness or taste.
What is the total number of ingredients in this recipe?
There are 10 total ingredients in this recipe.
How should the sun-dried tomatoes be prepared?
The sun-dried tomatoes should be chopped into small pieces.
Is this a healthy pizza option?
Yes, it is described as a healthy and delicious twist on traditional pizza featuring whole wheat crust and fresh vegetables.
Can I use frozen spinach?
While the recipe specifies fresh spinach, frozen spinach could be used if it is thawed and squeezed completely dry.
In what order should the toppings be added?
Spread sauce first, followed by chicken, mozzarella cheese, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and finally the feta cheese.
How do I know the spinach is done cooking?
The spinach is ready once it has wilted, which typically takes 2 to 3 minutes under a cover.
Should I let the pizza cool after baking?
Yes, let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to allow the cheese to set.
What makes this pizza Mediterranean?
The combination of olive oil, garlic, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, and feta cheese gives it a classic Mediterranean flavor profile.
How much water is used to steam the spinach?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of water to steam the spinach.
What is the preparation method for the chicken?
The chicken should be cubed and then sautéed in a large skillet with olive oil and minced garlic.