Thai Chicken Pizza

Thai Chicken Pizza

Thai Chicken Pizza is a bold and flavorful fusion dish that combines the comforting familiarity of American-style pizza with the zesty, aromatic ingredients of Thai cuisine. Originally popularized in the United States, particularly through California-style pizza chains, this creation reimagines pizza through a Southeast Asian lens. Instead of the traditional tomato sauce base, Thai Chicken Pizza features a rich peanut or hoisin sauce infused with garlic, ginger, and a hint of spice. Topped with grilled chicken, crunchy vegetables, fresh herbs, and often finished with a drizzle of sriracha or a squeeze of lime, this pizza delivers layers of sweet, savory, spicy, and tangy flavors in every bite. It has become a popular choice in many fusion food recipes that blend Asian and Western culinary traditions.

This dish reflects the growing popularity of global fusion cuisine, blending the best of both worlds: the crisp, cheesy satisfaction of pizza and the bright, complex Flavors of Thai cooking. It’s often garnished with chopped peanuts, cilantro, and sometimes bean sprouts or shredded carrots, offering not only a tasty experience but also a variety of textures. Thai Chicken Pizza is perfect for those looking to break away from traditional pizza and explore something exciting, flavorful, and a little unexpected.

Thai Chicken Pizza Recipe

Servings: 1 large pizza (12–14 inches)
Prep Time: 30–40 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes

Ingredients

For the Dough (or use store-bought):

• 2 ¼ cups (280 g) all-purpose flour
• 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) dry yeast
• ¾ cup (180 ml) warm water
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Sauce:

• ¼ cup hoisin sauce or Thai peanut sauce
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar or lime juice
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp grated fresh ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1 tsp sriracha (adjust to taste)

For the Toppings:

• 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or sliced
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• ¼ cup shredded carrots (optional)
• 2 tbsp chopped peanuts
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 scallion, sliced
• Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1.   Prepare the Dough:

o   In a small bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

o   In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture and olive oil. Knead for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

o   Cover and let rise for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

2.   Make the Sauce:

o   In a bowl, mix together hoisin or peanut sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar (or lime juice), sesame oil, ginger, garlic, and sriracha.

o   Adjust seasoning to taste—add more sriracha for heat or lime juice for brightness.

3.   Preheat the Oven:

o   Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, preheat it as well.

4.   Assemble the Pizza:

o   Roll out dough to a 12–14 inch round and place on a floured pizza peel or baking sheet.

o   Spread sauce evenly over the base.

o   Add mozzarella, then top with chicken, bell peppers, onions, and carrots (if using).

5.   Bake:

o   Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.

6.   Garnish and Serve:

o   Remove from oven and top with chopped peanuts, scallions, and cilantro.

o   Serve with lime wedges and a light drizzle of extra sriracha if desired.

Thai Chicken Pizza is a vibrant and satisfying meal that balances creamy, spicy, and tangy flavors—perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend gatherings with a twist.

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