Best 6 Santa Fe Chicken Pita Pizzas Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary adventure with these tantalizing Santa Fe Chicken Pita Pizzas, a delightful fusion of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant streets of Santa Fe. These individual pizzas are a symphony of zesty spices, tender chicken, and a medley of colorful toppings, all nestled on a crispy pita bread base.

With three distinct variations, this recipe offers something for every palate. The Classic Santa Fe Chicken Pita Pizza bursts with the bold flavors of traditional Santa Fe cuisine, featuring a zesty salsa roja, savory black beans, and a sprinkling of tangy cotija cheese. For those who prefer a touch of heat, the Spicy Santa Fe Chicken Pita Pizza delivers with a fiery salsa verde and a generous helping of pickled jalapeños. And for a vegetarian twist, the Veggie Santa Fe Chicken Pita Pizza showcases a vibrant array of roasted red peppers, sweet corn, and black beans, all harmoniously blended with a refreshing salsa verde.

Each pizza is a perfect balance of crispy crust, tender chicken, and a symphony of toppings, making them ideal for a quick and satisfying meal. Whether you're hosting a casual get-together or simply seeking a flavorful weeknight dinner, these Santa Fe Chicken Pita Pizzas will surely become a fast favorite.

Let's cook with our recipes!

SANTA FE CHICKEN PITA PIZZAS FOR 2



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"This recipe is quick and easy, and because you're making individual pizzas, each one can be altered to suit each person's taste." Athena M. Russell - Florence, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pita breads (6 inches)
1/4 cup refried black beans
1/4 cup salsa
1/2 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1 tablespoon chopped green chilies
1 tablespoon sliced ripe olives
1/3 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 green onion, chopped

Steps:

  • Place pita breads on an ungreased baking sheet; spread with beans. Top with salsa, chicken, chilies, olives and cheese., Bake at 350° for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Serve with sour cream; sprinkle with onion.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 373 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 762mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BBQ CHICKEN PITA PIZZA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: rotisserie chicken, BBQ sauce, whole wheat pita bread, shredded mozzarella cheese, red onion, fresh cilantro

Provided by Crystal Hatch

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup rotisserie chicken, shredded
⅛ cup BBQ sauce, + 2 tablespoons
1 whole wheat pita bread
1 handful shredded mozzarella cheese
1 handful red onion, sliced
fresh cilantro, for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a small bowl, combine chicken and bbq sauce well. Set aside.
  • Place pita bread on a baking sheet lined with parchment and spread bbq sauce over it.
  • Add the chicken to the pita and sprinkle with mozzarella and red onion, to taste.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until cheese is melted and chicken is heated through.
  • Garnish with fresh cilantro, slice, and serve.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1154 calories, Carbohydrate 158 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 67 grams, Sugar 100 grams

SANTA FE CHICKEN PIZZA PIE



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Give your pie a Southwest twist when you slather on the taco sauce and top with black beans, green chilies and kicked-up chicken strips. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
1 bottle (16 ounces) taco sauce
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 large tomato, chopped
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup chopped red onion
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
1 package (6 ounces) ready-to-use southwestern chicken strips, chopped
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend

Steps:

  • Press pizza dough into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, building up edges slightly. Prick dough thoroughly with a fork. Bake at 400° until lightly browned, 8-9 minutes. , Spread with taco sauce; top with beans, tomato, green pepper, onion, chilies and chicken. Sprinkle with cheese. Bake until crust is golden brown, 15-18 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 21g protein.

SANTA FE PIZZA



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Categories     Cheese     Chicken     Bake     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Back to School     Cheddar     Corn     Jalapeño     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Small Plates

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 10-ounce purchased fully baked thin pizza crust
1 3/4 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups roast chicken strips
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
6 tablespoons frozen corn kernels, thawed, drained
6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 large jalapeño chilies, cut into thin rounds, seeded
2/3 cup drained purchased refrigerated fresh salsa

Steps:

  • Position rack in center of oven and preheat to 425°F. Place crust on rimless baking sheet. Leaving 3/4-inch plain border, sprinkle 1 cup cheese, chicken strips and cumin over crust. Top with onion, 4 tablespoons corn, 4 tablespoons cilantro, 3/4 cup cheese, jalapeños and 2 tablespoons corn. Bake pizza until crust is crisp and topping is heated through, about 13 minutes. Top with salsa and remaining 2 tablespoons cilantro.

SANTA FE CHICKEN PIZZA



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A great recipe from The California Pizza Kitchen Cookbook. One of their pioneering pizzas, originally called Grilled Lime Chicken Pizza. Recipe makes one large pizza. A bit fiddly but well worth the effort - a real gourmet pizza.

Provided by Baz231

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 1 pizza, 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 26

2 -3 firm red, ripe Roma tomatoes (1 cm dice)
2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon garlic, finely minced
1/2 teaspoon minced jalapeno
1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander leaves (or cilantro)
300 g chicken breasts
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon honey
1 pinch cumin
1 pinch dried chili pepper flakes
1 tablespoon chopped fresh coriander leaves (or cilantro)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 small red onion, peeled & sliced into 1/8 inch thick rings
1/4 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 large ripe unblemished Hass avocado
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon chopped spring onion (scallions)
1/2 teaspoon finely minced jalapeno
1 plain pizza crust (or pizza base)
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander leaves (or cilantro)
1/2 cup sour cream

Steps:

  • TO MAKE SALSA: Combine salsa ingredients and set aside in refrigerator for 1/2 hour then place in a strainer to remove excess water. Set aside in refrigerator until ready to use.
  • TO MAKE GRILLED LIME CHICKEN: Prepare a hot grill or barbecue. Mix the marinade ingredients together and marinate the chicken breasts for 15 minutes. Cook the breasts for 5 to 7 minutes each side (discard leftover marinade). Remove the grilled chicken and cool. Cut the cold chicken into 1 cm cubes and set aside in the refrigerator.
  • TO MAKE CARALELISED ONIONS: Melt butter in small non-stick pan over medium-high heat and cook onions, stirring, until they just begin to brown - 3 to 4 minutes. Add vinegar; reduce heat to medium-low & continue to cook for 10 minutes, stirring to prevent scorching. Add soy sauce & cook 5 to 10 minutes longer, stirring. When done, onions should be quite limp & caramelised brown.
  • TO MAKE GUACAMOLE: Cut the avocado in half, discard pit and scoop the flesh away from the skin into a bowl. Using a fork, mash the avocado and then quickly combine with the remaining guacamole ingredients. Place cling film directly onto the surface of the guacamole and squeeze out air bubbles. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • TO MAKE PIZZA: Distribute sauteed onions over the pizza base. Cover the onions with about 3/4 of the mozzarella. Evenly distribute the chicken pieces over the cheese and then sprinkle the rest of the cheese over the chicken. Transfer to the pre-heated Pizza Maker (or to a very hot oven) and cook until cheese at centre is bubbly and crust is brown (8 to 10 minutes). Sprinkle 1 tblsp of chopped coriander leaves over the hot cheese. Serve with salsa, sour cream and guacamole (either added to the pizza before serving or else as side dishes for people to add as they like).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1113.4, Fat 86.8, SaturatedFat 35.5, Cholesterol 232.7, Sodium 1278.1, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 8.2, Sugar 8.3, Protein 62.2

FRIED CHICKEN PITAS



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These pitas are very different from your usual chicken sandwiches-they use leftover fried chicken! No one will be able to resist these tasty treats. -Jennifer Veneziano, Carmel, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 cups thinly sliced fried chicken (including crispy skin)
1 cup coleslaw salad dressing
1/3 cup crumbled cooked bacon
2 tablespoons chopped green onions with tops
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/8 teaspoon pepper
6 pita bread halves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chicken, dressing, bacon, onions, mustard and pepper. Spoon into pita bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 478 calories, Fat 28g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 969mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

Tips:

  • To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
  • If you don't have pita bread, you can use tortillas or flatbread.
  • Feel free to add other toppings to your pizzas, such as black beans, corn, or bell peppers.
  • If you like your pizzas more cheesy, add an extra layer of cheese before adding the toppings.
  • For a crispy crust, bake the pizzas on a pizza stone or baking sheet preheated to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Conclusion:

Santa Fe chicken pita pizzas are a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. They are also a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give these Santa Fe chicken pita pizzas a try!

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