Pizza night has never been so easy! This naan pizza recipe with chicken and pesto is perfect to let everyone customize with their favorite toppings. Ready in only 15 minutes, these fun homemade pizzas are great to make together even on a busy weeknight.
How to make a naan pizza?
Preheat the oven at 400℉.
1. Place the naan on baking sheet pan and bake for 3-4 minutes until lightly crisp.
2. Remove from the oven and spread basil pesto evenly on the baked naan breads.
3. Top each naan with sliced mozzarella, cooked chicken, cherry tomatoes and sprinkle Italian seasoning.
4. Transfer the baking sheet pan to the oven. Bake the naan chicken pizza for 10-12 minutes or until cheese has melted and the crust is nice crisp and golden brown.
5. Remove the pizzas from the oven, top with some fresh basil and /or handful of peppery arugula (optional) and serve.
Naan Pizza Topping ideas
Veggies and Fruits: Add your choice of sliced mushrooms, pineapple, peppers, zucchini, corns, olives, roasted veggies, caramelized onions, spinach, kale, broccoli, arugula… You name it!
Sauces: Swap basil pesto with another varieties of pesto like red pepper, sun dried tomato, spinach pesto or any other flavors you like. Alternatively, you can skip the pesto altogether and instead use a classic pizza sauce or creamy Alfredo sauce.
Proteins: You can add to or swap the chicken with other yummy meats! Try this recipe with slices of salami or pepperoni, cooked shrimp, cooked ground sausage, or anchovies. Make it a vegetarian pizza and use cooked pieces of tofu, paneer, or halloumi – or feel free to leave off extra proteins entirely.
Cheeses: Here we use fresh mozzarella, but there are many options for additional or other cheeses! Some other classics include shredded parmesan, cheddar, or crumbled feta or goat cheese.
Vegan Options: Purchase plant-based naan bread and dairy free mozzarella for an easy-peasy vegan recipe.