Cranberry Chicken Brie Pizza (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Base
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1 pre-made pizza crust
→ Toppings
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1 cup (approximately 140 g) cooked chicken, shredded or substitute with leftover turkey
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1/2 cup (120 g) cranberry sauce
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225 g Brie cheese, sliced
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1 cup (100 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
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1/2 cup (60 g) red onion, thinly sliced
→ Seasoning & Garnish
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1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
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1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Arugula or fresh spinach for topping (optional)
# Instructions:
01 -
Set oven to 220°C. Alternatively, follow the pre-baking instructions provided with your pizza crust.
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Place the pizza crust onto a baking sheet or pizza stone and lightly brush with olive oil for enhanced crispness.
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In a mixing bowl, thoroughly coat the shredded chicken with cranberry sauce.
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Evenly distribute the cranberry-chicken mixture over the crust. Arrange slices of Brie evenly on top, then scatter shredded mozzarella and sliced red onion.
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Drizzle lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and freshly ground pepper.
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Transfer to the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbling and crust is golden brown.
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Allow the pizza to cool slightly before topping with arugula or spinach, if desired.
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Slice the pizza and serve immediately.
# Notes:
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For a crisper base, bake directly on a preheated pizza stone or baking steel.
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Brie can be used with or without the rind, according to preference.
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Substitute leftover roasted turkey for chicken for a seasonal variation.