Garlic Pepper Chicken Pizza - The Best Gourmet Pizza

This delicious gourmet pizza is much better than any you will find, even in expensive restaurants. It is not hard to prepare, and is a sure winner for any meal or gathering.

This delicious recipe makes a gourmet quality pizza that is much better than any you will find in a restaurant - even the most expensive restaurants. This delightful, flavorful pizza is not hard to prepare, and is a sure hit for any meal or special gathering.

Be sure to use fresh ingredients, and do not skimp on quality. Use the best you can find - the taste is definitely worth it!

1 package pizza crust mix 1/2 teaspoon coarsely crushed peppercorns 12 ounces boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1/2 inch cubes 1/2 cup chopped red onion 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar 2 tablespoons water 2 teaspoons chicken soup base mix 1 1/2 teaspoon coarsely crushed garlic peppercorn blend 1 teaspoon garlic liquid spice 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon cornstarch 1 tablespoon water 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 1/3 cup chopped green pepper 2 tablespoons sliced almonds

Make the pizza crust according to package directions. Add the 1/2 teaspoon of crushed peppercorns to the dry mix. Form and place in pizza pan to rise.

While the pizza crust is rising, combine the chicken and 1/4 cup of the chopped red onion along with the white wine vinegar, water, chicken soup base mix, crushed garlic peppercorn blend, and garlic liquid spice. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Let stand about ten minutes.

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet, and add the coated chicken pieces. Cook and stir until done, about three minutes.

Mix the cornstarch and water together and stir into the chicken mixture. Heat and stir until thickened and bubbly. Spoon this mixture evenly on top of the pizza crust. Sprinkle the top with mozzarella cheese, chopped green pepper, and the remaining 1/4 cup of chopped red onions.

Bake the pizza at 400 F for about twelve minutes. Sprinkle the sliced almonds on top, and bake about two minutes longer until the crust is golden brown.

Makes eight servings.

Nutritional Information, Per Serving:

190 calories 18 grams protein 13 grams carbohydrate 8 grams fat 3 grams saturated fat 36 mg cholesterol 220 mg sodium 0 grams dietary fiber

Preparation tips:

The crust will rise well in an oven with the door propped open slightly, so that the oven light is on. This provides just enough warmth to get a good result.

For the coarsely crushed peppercorns (second ingredient) - choose a blend of black, white, and green peppercorns for a delicious treat. While some folks may not be able to tell a difference in the flavor of different color peppercorns, there are subtle differences that will enhance the taste of the finished pizza.

The garlic liquid spice is usually available in gourmet food stores or online from gourmet food ingredient catalogs.

If you can find one, get an "air bake" type pizza pan. These do a great job browning the crust, and minimize the chance of the crust burning.

About the author: Eldon Beard is a Manager with Watkins Products. Enjoy the finest gourmet cooking extracts, spices, pepper blends, soup bases, and dessert mixes. Visit our Watkins Gourmet Foods