Chicken Fajita Pizza

Submitted by Sweet Diva MJ

"From Taste of Home. A great pizza with a Mexican flair. I make my own crust, but if you use a commercially prepared crust, this could be quite a quick recipe to prepare!"

 

• Ready In: 1hr
• Ingredients: 13
• Yields: 2 pizzas

ingredients

• 1 (1/4 ounce) package active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm water (110 to 115 )
• 2 1⁄2 cups all-purpose flour
• 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
• 2 teaspoons salt, divided
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
• 2 cups onions, sliced
• 2 cups green peppers, sliced
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 cup salsa
• 2 cups monterey jack cheese or 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded

directions

1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in water.
2. Add flour, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon salt and sugar.
3. Beat vigorously by hand 20 strokes.
4. Cover and let rest about 15 minutes.
5. Divide dough in half; press each portion into a greased 12-in.pizza pan.
6. Prick dough several times with a fork.
7. Bake at 425 for 6-8 minutes.
8. In a skillet, saute chicken in remaining oil until juices run clear.
9. Add onions, peppers, chili powder, garlic powder and remaining salt; cook until vegetables are tender.
10. Spoon over crusts; top with salsa and cheese.
11. Bake for 14-18 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese is melted.
12. Yield: 2 pizzas (8 slices each).