Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter
1 skinless , boneless chicken breast , cut into bite-sized chunks
1 container ricotta cheese
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon dried oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 pre-baked pizza crust
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup chopped fresh broccoli
1 can sliced mushrooms , drained
This fast and easy ricotta cheese pizza with mushrooms, broccoli, and chicken is a delicious, homemade alternative to traditional takeout pizza. The ricotta cheese mixture adds a creamy, decadent flavor to the pizza, while the chicken, broccoli, and mushrooms provide a source of protein and added nutrition. This recipe can be customized to include other toppings, such as bell peppers, onions, or olives. Perfect for a quick dinner or a lazy weekend meal, this pizza is sure to satisfy your cravings while also providing a healthier option than traditional takeout.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 450°F.
2.In a skillet over medium heat, melt 1 tablespoon butter and cook chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
3.In a separate bowl, mix ricotta cheese, 1 tablespoon butter, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4.Spread the ricotta cheese mixture over the pre-baked pizza crust.
5.Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over ricotta cheese mixture.
6.Add chicken, broccoli, and mushroom slices to the top of the pizza crust.
7.Bake for 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and crust is crispy. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

PROS

This pizza is easy and quick to make.

The ricotta cheese mixture is a delicious substitute for traditional pizza sauce.

The broccoli and mushrooms provide added nutrition to the meal.

CONS

This pizza is high in calories and fat.

The pre-baked crust may contain preservatives and other unhealthy ingredients.

The use of butter in both the chicken and ricotta mixture increases the fat content of the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This pizza contains protein from the chicken and cheese, as well as vitamins and minerals from the broccoli and mushrooms.
The use of ricotta cheese instead of regular pizza sauce reduces the sodium content of the recipe.

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