Half Chicken Parm/Half Hot Honey Pepperoni Cups Pizza
A delightful pizza combining savory chicken, spicy pepperoni, and a drizzle of sweet hot honey, perfect for family dinners and game nights.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 pound Pizza dough Store-bought or gluten-free dough
Chicken Preparation
- 2 large Chicken breasts Substitute with eggplant for a vegetarian version
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs Panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning Can use dried oregano and basil
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
Pizza Toppings
- 2 cups Mozzarella cheese Fresh mozzarella preferred
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese Pecorino Romano can be used
- 1 cup Pepperoni slices Can use salami or turkey pepperoni
- ¼ cup Hot honey Can substitute with spicy honey or chili oil
Instructions
Preparing The Chicken
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Let them sit for about 10 minutes.
- Dredge the chicken breasts in breadcrumbs, ensuring they are well-coated. For extra crunch, double-dip them in beaten egg before coating.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the breaded chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a baking sheet.
Assembling The Pizza
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and transfer to a greased baking sheet or pizza stone.
- Spread a layer of marinara sauce over the pizza dough. Slice the cooked chicken and arrange it on one half.
- Scatter pepperoni on the other half of the pizza.
- Sprinkle shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan over both halves.
- Drizzle hot honey over the pepperoni side.
Baking The Pizza
- Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for about 15-20 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
- Allow the pizza to cool, slice it, and serve with extra hot honey on the side.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor, and don’t overload the toppings for a balanced pizza. Consider using rotisserie chicken for a quicker option.