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Chili Garlic Chicken Pizza Recipe – Spicy, Savory & Easy Homemade Pizza

Make this easy Chili Garlic Chicken Pizza with tender chicken, chili garlic sauce, and melted cheese. Bold, spicy, and perfect for pizza night!
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Prep Time 45 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 2 pizzas
Calories 340 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Dough:

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour (plus more for dusting)
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 packet (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
  • 1¼ cups warm water (105–115°F)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (plus more for greasing)

For the Chili Garlic Chicken:

  • 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2-3 red chilies, finely chopped (adjust spice to taste)
  • ¼ cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

For the Toppings:

  • 1 cup chili garlic sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • ½ cup provolone (optional, for extra richness)
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • ¼ cup thinly sliced green onions
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Activate the Yeast
    In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5–10 minutes until foamy. If it doesn’t foam, start fresh—your yeast may be inactive.
  • Make the Dough
    In another large bowl, combine flour and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
    Lightly oil a bowl, place dough inside, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
  • Prepare the Chicken
    Whisk together olive oil, garlic, chilies, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes. Add chicken cubes and toss well. Marinate for at least 30 minutes (up to 4 hours).
    Cook the chicken in a hot skillet for 8–10 minutes, until caramelized and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
  • Preheat and Roll Out
    Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C). If using a pizza stone, place it inside to heat. Divide dough in half and roll each portion into a 12-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
  • Assemble
    Transfer rolled dough to a cornmeal-dusted pizza peel or baking sheet. Spread a generous layer of chili garlic sauce, then top with mozzarella, provolone, and cooked chicken.
  • Bake
    Bake 12–15 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly.
  • Garnish & Serve
    Top with cilantro, green onions, and sesame seeds. Let cool a few minutes before slicing. Serve hot—and maybe with a drizzle of extra chili oil if you’re brave.