1 pizza crust
2 chicken breasts (cubed)
1 tsp BBQ seasoning (or taco)
half and red onion (sliced)
1 red pepper (diced or sliced)
1/2 cup BBQ sauce (may need more or less)
1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (can add more if you want)
Cook the chicken, it will cook faster because you cubed it first. Sprinkle with seasoning just before chicken is done cooking. Spread BBQ sauce over the crust right to the edge. cover with chicken, then cheese then onions and peppers. Bake for 15-20min at 350F
This one is my favorite and is just as good the next day for lunch. You can prepare the pizza when you have time and freeze it for another night. Yes you can make your own freezer pizza. Just take it out and let it defrost some before you bake it.
Showing posts with label Pizza. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Pizza. Show all posts
Wednesday, June 23, 2010
Pizza
Pizza is a staple in most homes. It can even be relatively healthy. You can make your own dough with one of the recipes below or buy a prebaked one at the grocery store. Pitas make excellent pizzas as well and you can get whole wheat ones as well. There is no shame in using help from the grocery store as long as what you are buying doesn't have too many extra ingredients that aren't good for you. I do suggest that if you use premade crusts go for whole grain. Try looking in the health section of your local grocery store or you may have to go to your local health food store. I know the one in Kemptville has whole grain and gluten free options for crusts and breads.
You don't need a recipe for Pizza. Go with what you and your kids will eat. Try BBQ sauce instead of pizza sauce or pesto or Honey mustard sauce. The skies the limit. I will also put a very easy pizza sauce below so you don't have to buy the salt filled stuff from the store. If you do buy canned pizza sauce just remember the fewer the ingredients the better. Canned tomatoes and sauces don't need extra preservatives. As for the toppings anything goes. This is a great way to use up left over meats and vegetables that are in the fridge. You can also make extra of meats (i.e. citrus marinated chicken, BBQ chicken, steak or even a broken up hamburger) in anticipation of pizza later in the week. Individual pizzas are also a way to make sure everyone gets what they want. Put the toppings out on the counter and have everyone make their own pizza.
Basic Pizza Dough
2-2 1/2 cups flour
2 1/2 tsp yeast
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp sugar
2/3 cup warm water
In your measuring cup sprinkle the yeast and sugar over the warm water. Let stand for about 5 minutes or until frothy. In a mixing bowl measure out the flour (start with 2 cups and add more only if needed) and salt. At this point you may add a tablespoon or two of herbs or spice mix if you would like. Make a well in the center of the flour. Pour in the oil and yeast mixture. Stir the flour into the liquid the handle end of a wooden spoon or a claw hand. Once it is mostly incorporated pour onto a lightly floured counter and knead for about 5-10 minutes. Yes it does take a while to knead it and it is hard work, but you don't have to work your arms at the gym that night. Once you've worked the dough smooth place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover and let stand for 2 hours. It will double in size. Then punch down and knead it a few more times. You may roll it out and use it at this time or you can portion and freeze it for future use or you can par bake (bake for only 8 minutes, do not let it get brown) and freeze it that way. Doing these on a day you have time will save you the time later when you want pizza. This recipe makes two large pizza crusts or 4 small. Top with your favorite toppings and bake at 350F for 15-20min.
You can replace half the flour with whole wheat flour or whole grain flour for a healthier option. Or there is a flour blends you can buy that are premixed for you. These will not only save you money but cupboard space as well. They are good for muffins, pancakes and other baked goods that could use a nutritional boost.
Pizza Sauce
2 cans tomato paste
1 tsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp Italian seasoning blend
2-3 fresh basil leaves (optional but very tasteful)
salt and pepper to taste
You don't need a recipe for Pizza. Go with what you and your kids will eat. Try BBQ sauce instead of pizza sauce or pesto or Honey mustard sauce. The skies the limit. I will also put a very easy pizza sauce below so you don't have to buy the salt filled stuff from the store. If you do buy canned pizza sauce just remember the fewer the ingredients the better. Canned tomatoes and sauces don't need extra preservatives. As for the toppings anything goes. This is a great way to use up left over meats and vegetables that are in the fridge. You can also make extra of meats (i.e. citrus marinated chicken, BBQ chicken, steak or even a broken up hamburger) in anticipation of pizza later in the week. Individual pizzas are also a way to make sure everyone gets what they want. Put the toppings out on the counter and have everyone make their own pizza.
Basic Pizza Dough
2-2 1/2 cups flour
2 1/2 tsp yeast
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 tsp salt
1 tbsp sugar
2/3 cup warm water
In your measuring cup sprinkle the yeast and sugar over the warm water. Let stand for about 5 minutes or until frothy. In a mixing bowl measure out the flour (start with 2 cups and add more only if needed) and salt. At this point you may add a tablespoon or two of herbs or spice mix if you would like. Make a well in the center of the flour. Pour in the oil and yeast mixture. Stir the flour into the liquid the handle end of a wooden spoon or a claw hand. Once it is mostly incorporated pour onto a lightly floured counter and knead for about 5-10 minutes. Yes it does take a while to knead it and it is hard work, but you don't have to work your arms at the gym that night. Once you've worked the dough smooth place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover and let stand for 2 hours. It will double in size. Then punch down and knead it a few more times. You may roll it out and use it at this time or you can portion and freeze it for future use or you can par bake (bake for only 8 minutes, do not let it get brown) and freeze it that way. Doing these on a day you have time will save you the time later when you want pizza. This recipe makes two large pizza crusts or 4 small. Top with your favorite toppings and bake at 350F for 15-20min.
You can replace half the flour with whole wheat flour or whole grain flour for a healthier option. Or there is a flour blends you can buy that are premixed for you. These will not only save you money but cupboard space as well. They are good for muffins, pancakes and other baked goods that could use a nutritional boost.
Pizza Sauce
2 cans tomato paste
1 tsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp Italian seasoning blend
2-3 fresh basil leaves (optional but very tasteful)
salt and pepper to taste
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