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  • The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

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    This meatball pizza, made with a secret sauce, mozzarella cheese, and the surprise element of juicy chicken meatballs piled atop pizza dough, takes homemade pizza to a whole new and indulgent level. That’s better than takeout.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    Chewy crust, spicy sauce, meatballs and plenty of melted cheese? Ummmm…. yes, please.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    Pizza is always a winner in our house and cheesy meatballs are definitely comfort food around here, so we threw together a super easy, super cheesy meatball pizza. Make a big batch of meatballs and freeze in portions along with this fresh pizza dough recipe so you’ll have meatball pizzas ready to go when you want them.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    You can use frozen meatballs to save on time but you will have to adjust points accordingly, I prefer to make my own and I added a little pizza flare to mine.

    How do you make Meatball Pizza?

    1. A pizza pan is rubbed with a little bit of oil. Pizza dough is spread into the pan, poked with a fork. Then spread prepared sauce over it.

    Spread pizza sauce over the dough

    2. The topping is assembled by cooking the meatballs in a hot pan.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    Meatballs 🙂

    3. Then pizza dough is topped with the cheddar cheese, meatballs, red and green bell pepper and a generous portion of mozzarella cheese.

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    Meatball Pizza ready to go in the oven!!

    4. Then baked in the preheated oven until the cheese is golden and crust is cooked! Remove from the oven and cut into the wedges. ENJOY 🙂

    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe
    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    Where is the best place to buy Pizza dough?

    1. Most markets have some sort of pizza dough that they sell.  You’ll probably be able to find the kind of pizza dough in the can (not my favorite), and some will offer it in a little plastic baggie (probably a better product and likely more fresh).
    2. I do have a tip for the best place to buy pizza dough.  Most pizza restaurants will likely be willing to sell you a ball of their pizza dough.  Just ask!  That’s going to be your best bet for good pizza dough!
    3.  You can also make your own. I have good recipe for Easy Pizza Dough.

    What are the best toppings for pizza?

    1. If you’re a meat lover, you’ll most likely enjoy some sort of meat lover’s pizza like this Meatball Pizza!  BBQ Chicken Pizza is my another favorite. 
    2. And my personal choice for pizza topping is Bell Peppers, Olives and Pineapple.  Chicken Chunks, Sausage are also popular pizza toppings ( but I don’t like it that much).
    3. Some people like to add olives, corn, goat cheese, spinach and more.  The possibilities are endless!

    It’s pretty likely that everyone in your family will enjoy this Meatball Pizza.  It’s a nice, quick and easy dinner for those nights that are crazy!

    Bismillah let’s get started.
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    The Best Meatball Pizza Recipe

    Instead of ordering pizza tonight, try this perfectly pleasing meatball pizza recipe! Great for light dinner or go-with — so simple! So delish!

    For The Meatballs:

    • 500 gm chicken mince
    • 1 bread slice (crust removed)
    • 1/3 cup warm water
    • 1 large egg white (lightly beaten)
    • 1 tsp chopped garlic
    • 1 small garlic clove (minced)
    • 1 tsp onion powder
    • 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
    • 1 tbsp fresh basil (chopped)
    • 1 tsp red pepper (crushed)
    • freshly ground black pepper to taste
    • salt to taste
    • oil for frying

    For the Meatball Pizza:

    • 1 pound homemade pizza dough (for recipe click here)
    • 12 meatballs (halved and thawed)
    • 1/4 cup pizza sauce
    • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
    • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese (shredded)
    • 1/4 cup cheddar cheese
    • 1 small green pepper (chopped)
    • 1 small red pepper chopped
    • few fresh basil (optional)
    • a pinch of crushed red pepper (to add a extra kick)
    • and/or other toppings of your choice

    To Make The Meatballs:

    1. In a bowl, combine the bread and water. Let stand, turning the bread occasionally to thoroughly moisten it, for 10 minutes.
    2. Squeeze the bread gently to remove most of the water.
    3. Discard the water. Tear the bread into 1-inch chunks and toss them into a large bowl.
    4. Add the chicken mince, ginger, garlic, onion powder, parsley, basil, egg white, red pepper, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste.
    5. Mix thoroughly with moistened hands.
    6. Shape the meat mixture into 12 mini balls.
    7. Place the meatballs on the lined sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
    8. Now heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat and cook meatballs for 6-8 minutes or until golden, flip and cover the pan fry additional 5 minutes to cook from inside(make sure not to over cooked).
    9. Remove meatballs from the oil and drain on kitchen paper.
    10. Let the meatballs cool slightly and then cut each one in half.
    11. Set aside.

    To Prepare the Sauce:

    1. In a small bowl, mix together the pizza sauce, mayonnaise, basil and a pinch of crushed red pepper. Set aside.

    To Assemble The Meatball Pizza:

    1. Preheat the oven at 180 degre C or 425 F.
    2. Drizzle a round pizza pan or a rectangular baking sheet with olive oil or non-stick spray.
    3. On lightly floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle, with a rolling pin.

    4. Spread bases evenly with prepared pizza sauce. Scatter evenly with cheddar cheese.

    5. Top with meatballs halves and pressing lightly into base. Scatter evenly with Mozzarella cheese.

    6. Top with chopped green and red bell pepper.
    7. Bake 25 minutes or until the crust is crisp and golden and the cheese is hot and bubbly.
    8. Let pizza sit for a few minutes then cut into 4 slices.
    9. Delicious Meatball Pizza is ready to serve.
    10. ENJOY 🙂

    Serve with salad mix.

    30 minutes meals, Baking, cheese, chicken mince, Dinner, meatball, Pizza, Quick and Easy

    Some Useful Tips & Hints:

    1. For make-ahead meatballs, you can make the meatballs up to the end of step 1 and freeze them layered between baking paper in an airtight container. Store them for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight and continue recipe from step 2.
    2. Chicken mince is easily available at major supermarkets or local butchers.
    3. Use a store-bought pizza base for quicker version.
    4. You can add your favorite herbs and spices for a spicy version.

    Want more Pizza Inspiration? 

    Here are some other pizza recipes on my blog:

    If you’re looking for more easy, family friendly dinner ideas, you might also enjoy my The Best and Easiest Spaghetti Meatballs Recipe or this Butter Chicken Pasta,  Homemade Lamb Burgers and Keema Macaroni are also fun recipes for the family!

    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out and do take a few seconds to rate it! I would love to see your recreations so tag me on instagram @recipestable or Facebook (Recipestable) or on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.

  • Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe (A Flavorful Desi Twist)

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe (A Flavorful Desi Twist)

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    Craving pizza but your taste buds is calling for some desi twist?

    Satisfy your cravings with these Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites that are ready in 30 minutes or less and featuring everyone’s favorite flavor combo: Pizza, Seekh Kebab and  cheesy goodness—are sure to be the talk of the party.

    A Flavorful Desi Twist - Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    A Flavorful Desi Twist – Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    You all know I love pizza, and I couldn’t go too long without experimenting different pizza toppings. (For you newbies, they happen to be one of my favorite finger food!) These days pizzas come with many desi variations like butter chicken, spicy tikka or seekh kebabs.

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites (A Flavorful Desi Twist)

    So, Today why not take the classic Italian and make them unabashedly Pakistani ?

    Creativity, especially when it comes to food has absolutely no limits. There are some flavor combinations that are so brilliant —like seekh kebabs, pizza sauce, and cheese. All three of these offer undeniable flavor on their own, but when paired together, the result is nothing less than perfect. So, I changed the shape of pizza and turned it everyone’s favorite pizza ingredients into these cute little “Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites”!

    The smokiness of seekh kebabs, the sharp flavor of cheddar, the cheesy goodness of Mozzarella and the zest of pizza sauce combine like they were always meant to be together. All this oh, so yummy !

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    Does your family love pizza as much as mine does?

    Then this weekend, try something new : “Seekh Kebab pizza Bites”! These adorable little pizza bites are yours to enjoy. And let me tell ya – they will easily disappear quickly!

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    These Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites make a fun and delicious way to serve everyone’s favorite pizza! 

    Ingredients in Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites?

    To make these seekh kebab pizza bites, you’ll need pizza dough, pizza sauce, leftover seekh kebabs, onion, green bell pepper, Cheddar & Mozzarella cheese and Italian seasoning.

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    How to make the Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites

    First I line up the muffin pan with homemade pizza dough and cut it into round circles (No need to be extremely accurate with the measurements).  I just wanted the pizza bites to be about the same size. Then I top it with the pizza sauce. I always keep a jar of homemade pizza sauce in my pantry to make these kinds of easy pizzas at a moment’s notice. Next is the cheese then the leftover seekh kebabs with onion and peppers then sprinkle herb seasoning and bake at 180 degree C for 10-15 minutes!

    These couldn’t be more simple.

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    Once they have cooked, I remove them from the oven and allow them to cool enough so that they can be safely eaten, about 5 minutes and serve.

    Voila!!!

    Make-Ahead Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    They also make a great make-ahead meal or snack!

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    How to Freeze Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites

    Once they have cooled completely, place them onto a sheet pan and allow them to flash freeze for about 30 minutes. Then, package them in freezer-safe zip top bags or containers for up to 2 weeks. To serve from frozen, just thaw overnight in the refrigerator and then reheat in the oven for about 10 minutes until heated throughout.

    Extra Bounce Tip:

    The fun thing is that they are completely customizable. And if you have kids around, or want to get friends involved in customizing their own, these are a great idea for a make-your-own-appetizer set up. Everyone will love tossing in their favorite toppings.

    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe
    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    Definitely a fun twist on serving pizza.  And in my opinion, much cuter — which is of course the bigger issue. enjoy 🙂

    Bismillah let’s get started.
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    Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites Recipe

    These easy Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites are a great way to serve pizza for appetizers…with a desi twist and its taste amazing. Do try it!

    • 1 ball of prepared Pizza Dough (homemade or store bought, cut into twelve 2.5 inch circles)
    • 12 leftover Seekh Kebabs
    • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
    • 2 tablespoons chopped green bell pepper
    • 1 cup Pizza Sauce
    • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
    • 1/4 cup finely shredded mozzarella cheese
    • Italian herb Seasoning for topping
    • 1 teaspoon oil for greasing
    1. Preheat oven to 180 degree C.
    2. Lightly grease a 12-cup muffin pan with nonstick cooking spray, butter or olive oil.
    3. Cut each Seekh Kebab into four pieces and set aside.
    4. Divide pizza dough into 12 equal portions and place one pizza circle into the bottom of each greased muffin cup, making sure that the edges do not curl in to block the opening of the “cups”.
    5. Fill with 1 teaspoon of pizza sauce, then stuff with your seekh kebabs, cheddar cheese, green pepper and onion toppings.
    6. Top with a generous pinch of shredded Mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of Italian seasonings.
    7. Repeat with remaining pizza cups.
    8. Bake 15-20 minutes or until the dough is golden brown and cheese is melted.
    9. Remove from the oven and allow to rest about 3–5 minutes before serving.
    10. Delicious Seekh Kebab Pizza Bites are ready to serve.
    11. Serve immediately.

    Serve with Chili Garlic Sauce along with some fresh salad. 

    Want more Pizza Inspiration? 

    Here are some other pizza recipes on my blog:

    Put your own spin on it. And lemme know how it turns out and do take a few seconds to rate it! I would love to see your recreations so tag me on instagram @recipestable or Facebook (Recipestable) or on Twitter so I can see how lovely yours turn out.

  • Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

    Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

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    Let’s take a quick break from dessert and talk about pizza. Thick style homemade pizza crust topped with BBQ sauce, Barbecue flavored Chicken Chunks, onions, capsicum, jalapeno, and tons of cheese. Your soon-to-be favorite pizza!

    It’s Cheesy, doughy, crispy on the edges, soft in the middle, loaded, homemade pizza. All you need is 35 minutes and a few fresh ingredients for this Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza recipe.

    Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza

    What’s your favorite kind? For me, nothing beats my Italian Herb Crusted Cheese Pizza. But this BBQ chicken pizza is in close 2nd place! Sweet BBQ sauce, chicken chunks, red onions, a dash of jalapeno, and tons of cheese.

    My version of savory heaven, right here.

    Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza

    Unbelievably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza

    When I make homemade pizza, I like to get the cheese extra melted and bubbly. I love the sides to get a little brown and the bottom to be extra crispy. To obtain all this goodness, I switch my oven to broil for a quick minute as the pizza is finishing up. I suggest you try it! What I don’t suggest you try is walking out of the kitchen to answer your phone, only to come back finding your pizza burnt to a black crisp with the oven still on broil.

    Whoops! Yeah, I make mistakes too.

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    My love affair with barbecue chicken pizza began long, long ago. The flavors and textures in this pizza are incredible! You have the sweet tang from the BBQ sauce, the meaty chicken, the zesty red onion, fresh green pepper, smoky jalapeno, soft crust, crispy edges, and ultra cheesy mozzarella covering it all. Does anything sound better?

    Ditch the delivery guy, you’re eating homemade tonight! It’s easy, cheesy, and fun, especially on the weekends!  While you can never go wrong with traditional cheese and pepperoni, give BBQ chicken chunks a chance and you wont be disappointed!  You can cook your own chicken and shred it for this recipe, or use a rotisserie chicken, which gives great flavor and cuts the prep time in half!  This is the easiest recipe and tastes super delicious!

    Bismillah let’s get started. 

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    First, get your oven heated up to Gas Mark 180 degrees C.  Then, grab some pizza dough. You can use a ready made pizza base which would make dinner appear a lot faster. I used one batch of my Fresh Pizza Dough. 

    Place it onto a floured surface. And, roll and shape the dough into a 9-inch triangle. Roll out to fit your pizza tray. Next, You need barbecue sauce. Use shop bought or make it homemade which I did using this Homemade Barbecue Sauce recipe.  It’s really easy and uses ingredients that I bet you already have in the cupboard. Now, grab the rest of your ingredients. Top with chicken chunks and play with your favorite toppings.  

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    Finally, take some Grated Mozzarella. And, then the jalapeno slices. 

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    Place the pizza into the hot oven to bake .. for about 20 minutes or until golden brown and bubbling.

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

    Slice and serve immediately! Try not to burn yourself when eating!
    Btw, feel free to add anything else to the pizza that you like.
    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA

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    UNBELIEVABLY AWESOME BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA RECIPE

    • 2 cups BBQ chicken chunks (cooked)
    • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil (plus more for brushing)
    • 1/2 pound prepared pizza dough (, at room temperature)
    • 1/2 cup dark barbecue sauce
    • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese (grated)
    • 1 cup mozzarella cheese (grated)
    • 1 small onion (thinly sliced or cubed)
    • 1 small green bell pepper (thinly sliced)
    • jalapeno (for topping (optional))
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    1. Cut the chicken chunks into small pieces.
    2. Heat the oil in a skillet over medium high heat.
    3. Add the chicken chunks and sauté until the edges begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
    4. Position racks in the upper third and middle of the oven.
    5. Place a pizza stone or inverted baking sheet on the top rack and preheat the oven to 180 degrees C for at least 20 minutes.
    6. Meanwhile, layout a sheet of parchment paper and brush with olive oil.
    7. Divide dough into two equal parts and transfer it onto a dry surface.
    8. Roll and shape the dough into a 9-inch triangle, stretching it with our hands as needed.
    9. Lightly brush the dough with olive oil.
    10. Spread about the 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce over each pizza.
    11. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese atop the sauce.
    12. Top with cooked chicken chunks.
    13. For a pleasantly crisp touch, spread the uncooked onions and green bell pepper over the chicken mixture. If you prefer onions that are completely cooked, sauté them all with the chicken.
    14. Sprinkle Mozzarella cheese oregano and dried basil over them.
    15. Top with jalapoens.
    16. Bake the pizzas for about 15-18 minutes, until the crust(s) are golden and cheese melts and the topping is bubbling.
    17. Remove from the oven, and cut into pieces.
    18. Unbelieveably Awesome BBQ Chicken Pizza is ready to serve.
    19. Garnish with snipped fresh basil, if desired.
    20. Serve warm or hot!

    Serve with some fresh salad and your favorite dipping sauce. 

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