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Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza

Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza: Quick Flavorful Comfort

This Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza transforms holiday leftovers into a quick, savory dinner that’s both casual and special.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 2 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crust
  • Pizza Crust Choose pre-made for convenience or homemade for freshness.
For the Pizza Toppings
  • 2 cups Shredded Chicken Leftover turkey is a delicious substitute.
  • 1 cup Cranberry Sauce Whole-berry sauce elevates the texture.
  • 8 oz Brie Cheese Swap with tangy Camembert if desired.
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Essential for that gooey melt.
  • 1/2 small Red Onion Try caramelizing for a sweeter flavor.
  • 2 Tbsp Olive Oil Opt for extra virgin for the best quality.
  • 1 tsp Thyme (fresh/dried) Oregano works well as a substitute.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Critical for enhancing all the flavors.
  • 1 cup Fresh Arugula or Spinach Provides a peppery freshness.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Roll out your pre-made pizza crust onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle a light coat of olive oil over the surface.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with cranberry sauce, mixing well until evenly coated.
  4. Spread the cranberry-chicken mixture evenly over the prepared crust, then layer slices of Brie and sprinkle mozzarella.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper. Bake for 12-15 minutes until melted and golden.
  6. Remove from the oven, let cool for a couple of minutes, then top with fresh arugula or spinach before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 6mg

Notes

This recipe creatively uses holiday leftovers providing a unique twist that's sure to please. Adjust toppings based on personal preference for flavor variety!

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