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Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza

Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza: A Festive Flavor Sensation

Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza is a quick and delicious way to use leftover holiday chicken, blending tangy cranberry sauce with rich Brie and tender chicken.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Base
  • 1 unit Pizza Crust Use a pre-made crust for convenience or create your own.
For the Toppings
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Leftover turkey can be used instead.
  • 1/2 cup Cranberry Sauce Whole-berry cranberry sauce is best.
  • 4 ounces Brie Cheese Camembert is a suitable substitute.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Low-moisture mozzarella yields the best results.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Shallots can be used for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Brush onto the crust.
  • 1 teaspoon Thyme Feel free to add Italian herbs.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Fresh Arugula or Spinach Basil or mixed greens work well as substitutes.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • pizza stone

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Roll out your pizza crust onto a baking sheet or pizza stone, stretching it to your desired thickness. Lightly brush the crust with olive oil.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with cranberry sauce until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the cranberry-chicken mixture evenly over your prepared crust. Layer slices of Brie cheese on top, followed by shredded mozzarella and red onion.
  5. Drizzle olive oil over the pizza and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the cheese is bubbling and the crust is golden brown.
  7. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Top with fresh arugula or spinach.
  8. Slice into generous pieces and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, consider mixing the chicken and cranberry sauce the day before. Adjust baking time for gluten-free crusts if used.

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