Pizza Toast Recipe

Let’s whip up a quick and comforting recipe for Pizza Toast that’ll make your family smile! This dish is perfect for those nights when you’re craving something cheesy and satisfying but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen. So, tie on your apron, and let’s get cooking!

Pizza Toast Recipe

Main Ingredients:

• Toast: 8 slices
• Mozzarella Cheese: 300 g
• Chicken Breast: 400 g
• Medium Onion: 1
• Mushrooms: 200 g
• Medium Bell Pepper: 1
• Medium Tomato: 1
• Canned Corn: 2 tbsp

Seasonings and Oils:

• Ketchup: 2 tbsp
• Salt: 2 tsp
• Ground Black Pepper: 1 tsp
• Ground Turmeric: 1 tsp
• Vegetable Oil: 10 tbsp

Step 1: Prepare the Onion

Start by peeling the onion and chopping it coarsely. Make sure your pieces are fairly uniform to ensure even cooking.

Step 2: Sauté the Onion

Place a large pan on medium heat and add two tablespoons of vegetable oil. Once the oil is hot, add your chopped onions. Stir them gently and allow them to caramelize over medium heat. This should take about 5-7 minutes until they are soft and golden.

Step 3: Season the Onions

Once your onions have softened, add ground black pepper and turmeric. Stir well to combine and sauté for an additional minute to release the flavors of the spices.

Step 4: Prepare the Chicken

While the onions are cooking, wash the chicken thoroughly. Then, chop it into thin, uniform strips to ensure it cooks evenly and quickly.

Step 5: Cook the Chicken

Add the chopped chicken strips to the pan with the onions. Stir well to mix. Allow the chicken to cook until it changes color, about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 6: Add Mushrooms

Slice the mushrooms and add them to the pan with the chicken and onions. Sauté the mixture for about 5 minutes, allowing the mushrooms to soften and their liquid to evaporate.

Step 7: Add Bell Pepper and Corn

Chop the bell pepper into slices and add to the pan. Drain the canned corn well in a colander, then add it to the pan. Stir the vegetables into the chicken mixture.

Step 8: Season the Mixture

Season the entire mixture with salt, stirring well to ensure everything is evenly combined. Once everything is cooked, remove the pan from the heat and set the mixture aside.

Step 9: Preheat the Oven

Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (356 degrees Fahrenheit) to prepare for baking the pizza toast.

Step 10: Toast the Bread

If your pan is large enough, toast the bread slices directly in it over medium heat for about 2 minutes on each side or until they are nicely browned. Alternatively, use a toaster for this step.

Step 11: Prepare the Toasts for Baking

Arrange the toasted bread slices on a baking sheet. Spread a layer of ketchup on each slice as the base sauce.

Step 12: Add Toppings

Sprinkle a base layer of shredded mozzarella cheese on each ketchup-covered toast. Then evenly distribute the chicken and vegetable mixture over the cheese. Top with additional mozzarella cheese and, if desired, add some chopped tomato for extra freshness and flavor.

Step 13: Bake

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, until the toasts are heated through and the cheese is melted and slightly browned.

Step 14: Broil for Extra Crispiness

For a bubbly and golden top, switch the oven to grill mode and broil the pizza toasts for a few minutes. Keep a close eye to avoid burning.

Step 15: Serve

Remove the pizza toasts from the oven and place them on a serving dish. Serve hot with your favorite sauce and a cold beverage of your choice. Enjoy your homemade pizza toast as a delightful snack or a light meal!

Recipe Summary

To make pizza toast, begin by sautéing chopped onions in oil until caramelized, then season with black pepper and turmeric. Add thinly sliced chicken to the pan and cook until it changes color. Incorporate sliced mushrooms, allowing them to cook down, followed by sliced bell pepper and drained canned corn, seasoning the mix with salt. Remove from heat once cooked. Toast bread slices, spread each with ketchup, and top with mozzarella cheese, the chicken and vegetable mixture, and more cheese. Bake at 180°C for 30 minutes and broil briefly to brown the cheese. Serve hot.