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This tandoori chicken pizza with a creamy, garlicky tandoori sauce is one of the best naan pizza recipes you will ever make. Tender, juicy chicken, sweet red peppers and a sauce you'll want to put on everything, this masala pizza is incredible!
Pizza is hands down one of the most awesome easy weeknights meals. Especially when you don't even have to make homemade pizza dough ...like this Brazilian pizza.
The flavors on this tandoori marinated chicken inspired pizza are just incredible. And let me tell you, the creamy yogurt based tandoori sauce is to die for in this Indian dish.
Why this tandoori pizza recipe works
- The tandoori masala chicken is marinated and roasted before being added to the pizza to ensure maximum flavor. It tastes similar to chicken tikka masala or butter chicken on pizza.
- The honey yogurt sauce is made with roasted garlic and honey for a sweet and tangy flavor.
- Naan bread is used as the pizza crust to save time and make this recipe ultra easy to make. No need to make homemade pizza crust.
- You can make the tandoori chicken in advance to make putting the pizzas together very quick and easy - perfect for busy weeknights.
- Ricotta cheese adds an extra richness to the pizza.
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Ingredients
The full list of ingredients and amounts to prepare the pizza is included in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
We use marinated chicken thighs instead of chicken breast as they are juicier than chicken breast.
For the marinade, we use plain Greek yogurt with spices and honey. I like to use our homemade garam masala seasoning, but store bought is just fine!
For the honey yogurt sauce, we also use plain Greek yogurt mixed with some milk and cream to get the perfect consistency.
For the pizza itself, I find that naan makes an amazing pizza crust! And the ricotta cheese adds he perfect amount of creaminess to the pizza.
Substitutions and variations
- Substitute chicken breast for the chicken thighs if desired. You can also substitute beef, pork or even tofu or paneer.
- Substitute raw garlic or this sous vide garlic confit for the roasted garlic cloves. You can also add fresh ginger to the marinade.
- You can use burrata cheese or even slices of fresh mozzarella or a cup of shredded mozzarella cheese instead of the ricotta cheese.
- Any pre-made pizza crust will work here instead of the naan. Pita bread works great too!
- Feel free to add any vegetables you like to this in addition to the red bell pepper!
- Slices of red onion in place of the white onion would be great.
- Use a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the chicken to add some brightness if you'd like.
Step by step instructions to make tandoori chicken pizza
- Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix well.
- Add the chicken and mix to coat it evenly with the tandoori paste. Marinate the chicken in the fridge for 6 hours (minimum) or overnight (preferred).
- Preheat your oven to 400°F and place the chicken on a baking rack over a baking sheet.
- Roast for 30 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through. Chicken should be golden brown with a bit of char and juices will run clear (internal temperature of 165°F). Once the chicken has cooled, dice it in ½" pieces (bite sized chunks) and set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spread a layer of sauce over the naan bread.
- Top the pizza with the diced chicken and onions on top of the chicken. Add the sliced red peppers and top with dollops of ricotta cheese.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until crust is crisp and golden brown. Serve topped with cilantro and drizzled with extra honey yogurt sauce.
Serve this alone or with a side of chutney and/or additional yogurt sauce.
How to make honey yogurt sauce
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whip to combine.
Expert Tips
- Pop the chicken under the broiler if it does not get golden brown. It should be charred on the edges.
- Spread the pizza sauce in a thin enough layer so it doesn't get soggy, but thick enough so you can taste the flavor (see photos above).
- The tandoori chicken can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days until ready for use.
- If you have a pizza peel (or a pizza pan), you can cook this pizza directly on it.
Frequently asked questions
Store the tandoori chicken pizza in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, place in a 400°F oven for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through and crisped.
The Tandoori Chicken Pizza can be assembled in advance and frozen for future use. Assemble the pizzas according to the recipe instructions, the place on a baking sheet directly in the freezer for several hours, until frozen through.
Store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and cook according to the recipe instructions.
Leftover tandoori chicken pizza can also be frozen. Place in a freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 1 month.
Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat in a 400°F oven for 5-10 minutes, until heated through and crisped.
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Recipe
Tandoori Chicken Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 1 red bell pepper thinly sliced
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 4 pieces naan bread
Marinade:
- 4 ounces plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- ¼ teaspoon turmeric
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon honey
Honey Yogurt Sauce:
- 8 ounces plain Greek yogurt
- 6 roasted garlic cloves smashed
- 4 tablespoon heavy cream
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Tandoori Chicken:
- Combine all the marinade ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Add the chicken and mix to coat it evenly. Place in the fridge for 6 hours (minimum) or overnight (preferred).
- Heat the oven to 400°F and place the chicken on a baking rack over a baking sheet.
- Roast for 30 minutes, flipping the chicken halfway through. Chicken should be golden brown and juices will run clear (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Once the chicken has cooled, dice it in ½" pieces (bite sized chunks) and set aside.
Pizza:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F.
- Spread a layer of sauce over the naan bread. Top with the chopped chicken. Add the sliced red peppers and onions on top of the chicken.
- Top with dollops of ricotta cheese and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until crust is crisp and golden brown.
- Serve topped with cilantro and drizzled with extra honey yogurt sauce.
Honey Yogurt Sauce:
- Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whip to combine.
Expert Tips:
- Pop the chicken under the broiler if it does not get golden brown. It should be charred on the edges.
- Spread the pizza sauce in a thin enough layer so it doesn't get soggy, but thick enough so you can taste the flavor (see photos above).
- The tandoori chicken can be made in advance and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days until ready for use.
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Jo says
This Indian pizza is my absolute favorite all time ever! Some days I love making pizza for dinner from leftover naan and my kids absolutely loves it. With tandoori chicken it's simply the best, I've tried this pizza and I can tell it's one of the best pizza!
Danielle says
Thanks so much Jo! I'm so glad you liked it 🙂
Daniela says
Yum! I'm actually not a huge pizza fan but def think I can get down with this tandoori pizza! And your in process shots are awesome! Thanks so much for sharing :).
Danielle says
Thanks daniela! I'm not usually a huge pizza fan too, but love this kind!
Saima says
Love this tandoori naan pizza! The honey yogurt sauce got my attention because it sounds sooo good. I can just imagine drizzling extra sauce on the pizza once it's baked!
Danielle says
The honey yogurt sauce was our favorite part!
Sharon says
This pizza would be so fantastic for Friday night pizza! Easy and so delicious. Can't wait to make it.
Danielle says
It's the perfect Friday night pizza!
Analida Braeger says
Naan pizza is usually a weekly staple in out diet when summer comes along. But I think its time to abandon the store bought naan and make the real deal.
Danielle says
I definitely have to try making my own!
Lori | The Kitchen Whisperer says
Pizza is my life and my answer whenever I’m asked the whole ‘if you were on a deserted island...’ question. The chicken looks to die for!
Danielle says
LOL - pizza is pretty tasty 🙂 Thanks Lori!
Gina says
Naan makes the BEST pizza crust! Looks so good!
Danielle says
Right? And it's so easy to work with 🙂 Thanks Gina!
Denise says
This looks incredible! I love that you used Naan for the crust, but the whole thing looks so flavorful!
Danielle says
Thanks Denise!
Dan from Platter Talk says
I'm a huge fan of tandoori chicken but never once did I consider making a pizza with it; GENIUS! Your choice of ingredients along with a naan crust makes this a winner of a pizza creation!
Danielle says
Thanks a lot Dan! It's so fun on the pizza!
Tammy says
Your photos are beautiful and I love the idea of tandoori chicken pizza...how delicious this must be! 😀
Danielle says
Thanks so much Tammy!