Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza: A Festive 25-Minute Meal

This Cranberry Chicken & Brie Pizza is a quick, savory-sweet dish perfect for using holiday leftovers.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 15

Total Time 25

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust

1 each pizza crust swap in a gluten-free version if desired

For the Toppings

2 cups shredded chicken use leftover holiday chicken or turkey
1/2 cup cranberry sauce whole-berry preferred
8 ounces Brie cheese slice thinly for even melting
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese shredded melts more effectively
1/2 each red onion thinly sliced

For Flavor Enhancement

2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing the crust
1 teaspoon thyme fresh or dried, use sparingly

Equipment

Oven
Baking sheet
Mixing Bowl

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Roll out your pizza crust on a lightly greased baking sheet.
In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the cranberry sauce.
Evenly distribute the chicken and cranberry mixture across the prepared pizza crust.
Layer on the thinly sliced Brie cheese, followed by shredded mozzarella and sliced red onions.
Drizzle the assembled pizza with olive oil and season with thyme, salt, and pepper.
Bake the pizza for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown.
Allow the pizza to cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh arugula or spinach.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This pizza is a comforting way to embrace the spirit of the holidays with each bite.

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