Ingredients and Weight:
- Pizza crust: 8 individual-sized pizza crusts or 1 large pizza crust (available at supermarkets)
- Jerk Chicken: 500g boneless chicken breast, marinated with jerk seasoning (available at ethnic sections of supermarkets)
- Pizza sauce: 2 cups
- Mozzarella cheese: 1 block (about 2 cups shredded)
- Red peppers or green peppers: 1 cup, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil leaves: handful, torn into pieces
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 30 minutes
- Cooking: 20-25 minutes
- Total: 55-60 minutes
Difficulty Level:
Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the jerk chicken by marinating chicken breast with jerk seasoning for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Spread pizza sauce evenly on each pizza crust.
- Top the pizza with shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by the sliced red or green peppers.
- Arrange the jerk chicken pieces on top.
- Sprinkle with fresh basil leaves.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
- Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming one large pizza is shared by 8 people)
Calories: Approx. 500-600 calories per serving (depending on the ingredients used)
Fat: Moderate to high depending on the type of cheese used.
Carbohydrates: From the pizza crust and sauce.
Protein: From the chicken and cheese.
Dish Characteristics:
- Unique flavor combination of jerk seasoning with pizza ingredients.
- A fusion dish that combines Caribbean flavors with an American favorite.
- Great for those who enjoy spicy and flavorful dishes.
User Comments:
- "The jerk chicken pizza was a unique and delicious experience! The combination of flavors was spot on."
- "I loved the spicy jerk chicken on the pizza; it added a great kick to the dish."
- "The basil on top gave it a fresh flavor that complimented the jerk chicken perfectly."
- "The pizza was a bit spicy for my taste, but overall it was still enjoyable."
- "I was skeptical about the jerk chicken on pizza, but it was a great choice! Highly recommended."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Ensure to use fresh ingredients for best results.
- If you can't find jerk seasoning at your local supermarket, you can order it online or use a Caribbean store nearby.
- Adjust the amount of jerk seasoning according to your preference for spice level.