Craving pizza but need something high in protein and low in fuss? Look no further than this Chicken Tortilla Pizza! With a crispy tortilla base, flavourful tomato puree, and topped with juicy chicken and cheese, this quick recipe satisfies your pizza cravings while keeping things nutritious. Ready in under 10 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a post-workout meal or a quick lunch!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe:
- Protein-Packed: With 45g of protein, this pizza is designed to help you hit your protein goals while keeping things tasty.
- Quick and Easy: It takes less than 10 minutes to make, and with the air fryer or oven option, you’ll have pizza ready in no time.
- Guilt-Free: With only 510 calories, this tortilla pizza gives you all the flavour without the heavy carb load of a traditional pizza crust.
- Customizable: Easily switch up the toppings to fit your cravings!
Nutritional Benefits:
- High Protein: With 45g of protein, this pizza is a fantastic post-workout meal to help with muscle recovery.
- Moderate Calories: At just 466 calories, it’s a balanced meal that fits into most calorie-controlled diets.
- Low Carb: The mini wraps give you that satisfying crunch without the heavy carbs of traditional pizza dough.
Mini Chicken Tortilla Pizzas
Enjoy this crispy, protein-packed Chicken Tortilla Pizza whenever you’re craving a healthy, delicious meal in minutes. It's an easy and nutritious way to satisfy your pizza cravings without derailing your fitness goals!
Equipment
- Air fryer (If you don't have an Air fryer use an oven)
Ingredients
- 40 g Cheese
- 120 g Cooked Chicken
- 2 tbsp Tomato Puree
- 2 Mini Wraps
Instructions
- FOR OVEN ONLY: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Assemble your pizza: Spread 1 tablespoon of tomato puree onto each mini wrap, covering the surface evenly. This will be your flavourful base.
- Top with chicken: Evenly distribute 60g of cooked chicken onto each wrap. This adds a delicious dose of protein to your pizza.
- Add the cheese: Sprinkle the cheese evenly onto each pizza. As it melts, it’ll create that gooey, satisfying texture we all love.
- Cook the pizzas in the Air Fryer: Place your pizzas in the air fryer basket and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.
- Cook the pizzas in the Oven: Place your pizzas on a baking tray and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbling and the edges are golden brown.
- Serve and enjoy: Once the pizzas are cooked, remove them from the air fryer or oven and let them cool for a minute. Then, slice them up and dig in!
Notes
Customizations:
- Add veggies: Boost the nutrition with some sliced bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
- Swap the protein: Try using turkey, ham, or even ground beef for a different flavour profile.
- Go spicy: Drizzle some hot sauce or sprinkle chilli flakes on top if you like your pizza with a kick!
- Use High-Protein Wraps: For an extra protein boost, look for high-protein wraps, which can add even more protein to the meal while keeping the calories in check.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 466kcalCarbohydrates: 48.8gProtein: 4.6gFat: 5.2gFiber: 2.2gSugar: 7g