Garlic Naan Chicken Enchilada Pizzas (Printer View)

Fluffy garlic naan topped with enchilada sauce, chicken, cheddar, and jalapeños for a quick Indian-Mexican fusion meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Breads & Base

01 - 4 garlic naan breads

→ Protein

02 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced

→ Sauces

03 - 1 cup red enchilada sauce

→ Cheeses

04 - 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables & Toppings

05 - 1 to 2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced
06 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
07 - ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
08 - Lime wedges, for serving

→ Oils & Other

09 - 1 tablespoon olive oil

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Place garlic naan breads on prepared baking sheets. Lightly brush each with olive oil for enhanced crispiness if desired.
03 - Spread approximately ¼ cup of enchilada sauce evenly over each naan, leaving a small border around the edges.
04 - Distribute shredded chicken evenly across the sauced naan breads.
05 - Sprinkle each naan with cheddar cheese, ensuring even coverage.
06 - Add sliced jalapeños and red onion across the pizzas.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until cheese is bubbling and golden, and naan edges are crispy.
08 - Remove from oven and cool for 2 minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime juice. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple, accessible ingredients
  • Perfect fusion of Indian and Mexican flavors
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
  • Great for using leftover cooked chicken
02 -
  • For extra flavor, mix a teaspoon of smoked paprika or chili powder into the enchilada sauce before spreading
  • Rotisserie chicken works perfectly for this recipe and saves time
  • If making ahead, prepare all components but assemble and bake just before serving
  • For a spicier version, leave some jalapeño seeds intact
  • Let the pizzas rest for 1-2 minutes before cutting to prevent the toppings from sliding off
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