Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizzas

Health score
17%
Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizzas
35 min.
4
476kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your pizza night with a delightful twist? Introducing Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizzas, a mouthwatering dish that combines the classic flavors of a Margherita pizza with the smoky goodness of grilled chicken. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or any gathering, this recipe is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with fresh ingredients that will tantalize your taste buds.

Imagine biting into a crispy tortilla base topped with juicy strips of grilled chicken, melted mozzarella cheese, and vibrant slices of Roma tomatoes, all enhanced by the aromatic freshness of basil. This dish is a celebration of simple yet delicious flavors that come together in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers with friends and family.

With each serving clocking in at 476 calories, you can indulge without the guilt. The balance of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates ensures that you’ll feel satisfied and nourished. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is easy to follow and guarantees impressive results. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress your loved ones with these delectable Grilled Chicken Margherita Pizzas!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon olive oil 
  • clove garlic finely chopped
  • oz chicken breast boneless skinless
  • 0.5 teaspoon lawry's seasoned salt 
  • 11 oz flour tortilla for burritos (8 count
  • oz mozzarella cheese shredded finely
  • 10 oz plum tomatoes thinly sliced (Roma)
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh sliced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • grill
  • spatula

Directions

  1. Heat gas or charcoal grill. In small bowl, mix oil and garlic.
  2. Brush chicken breasts with 1 teaspoon of the oil mixture; sprinkle with seasoned salt.
  3. Place on grill over medium-high heat. Cover grill; cook 12 to 18 minutes, turning once, until juice of chicken is clear when center of thickest part is cut (170°F). Reduce heat to medium-low.
  4. On ungreased cookie sheets, place tortillas.
  5. Brush with remaining oil mixture.
  6. Cut chicken into strips. Arrange chicken strips over tortillas.
  7. Sprinkle each with 1/4 cup of the cheese. Top evenly with tomato slices; sprinkle with remaining cheese and basil.
  8. With wide spatula, carefully slide pizzas onto grill over medium-low heat. Cover grill; cook 3 to 5 minutes, rotating pizzas to avoid hot spots, until cheese is melted and crusts are crisp. Slide pizzas back onto cookie sheets.

Nutrition Facts

Calories476kcal
Protein24.22%
Fat39.77%
Carbs36.01%

Properties

Glycemic Index
49.75
Glycemic Load
13.22
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
21.473913037259%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.48mg
Kaempferol
0.07mg
Myricetin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.42mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:475.93kcal
23.8%
Fat:20.86g
32.09%
Saturated Fat:8.69g
54.34%
Carbohydrates:42.49g
14.16%
Net Carbohydrates:38.87g
14.13%
Sugar:5.21g
5.78%
Cholesterol:69.88mg
23.29%
Sodium:1200.68mg
52.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:28.58g
57.15%
Selenium:42.87µg
61.24%
Vitamin B3:9.84mg
49.22%
Phosphorus:449.2mg
44.92%
Calcium:342.72mg
34.27%
Vitamin B1:0.47mg
31.29%
Vitamin B6:0.55mg
27.74%
Manganese:0.52mg
25.88%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.25%
Folate:90.2µg
22.55%
Vitamin K:20.65µg
19.67%
Vitamin A:974.05IU
19.48%
Iron:3.5mg
19.45%
Vitamin B12:1.08µg
18.05%
Potassium:515.05mg
14.72%
Fiber:3.62g
14.48%
Zinc:2.13mg
14.17%
Vitamin C:10.89mg
13.2%
Magnesium:49.35mg
12.34%
Vitamin B5:1.07mg
10.66%
Copper:0.15mg
7.56%
Vitamin E:1.09mg
7.25%
Vitamin D:0.23µg
1.51%