Description
This Thai chicken pizza recipe combines creamy peanut sauce, juicy chicken, and fresh Thai toppings over a crispy crust for a bold, irresistible fusion meal. With vibrant flavors and simple steps, it’s a unique twist on classic pizza perfect for weeknights or entertaining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 prepared pizza crust or naan flatbread
- ½ cup cooked chicken (grilled or rotisserie), shredded
- ⅓ cup Thai peanut sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tablespoon crushed peanuts (optional)
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil (for brushing crust)
- 1 teaspoon lime juice (to toss with chicken for extra flavor)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F and place a pizza stone or sheet inside to heat
- Spread the Thai peanut sauce evenly over your pizza crust using the back of a spoon
- Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce to help hold the toppings
- Add the cooked chicken, shredded carrots, and chopped green onions evenly across the crust
- Top with remaining mozzarella cheese and bake for 6–8 minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden
- Remove from the oven and top with fresh cilantro and crushed peanuts for extra texture and Thai flair
- Let the Thai chicken pizza rest for 2 minutes before slicing and serving
Notes
- You can use a gluten-free or cauliflower crust to make this pizza gluten-free
- Add a drizzle of sriracha or Thai chili sauce if you like it spicier
- Replace mozzarella with vegan cheese for a dairy-free version
- Toss your chicken in a bit of soy sauce and lime juice before baking for extra flavor
- This peanut chicken pizza pairs well with a side of cucumber salad or Thai slaw
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Healthy Recipes, Quick Meals
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Thai Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/4 of a pizza)
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: Thai chicken pizza recipe, peanut chicken pizza, fusion pizza, Thai pizza, Asian chicken pizza, chicken satay pizza, spicy Thai pizza