High-protein pizza with pumpkin, ricotta, chicken, mozzarella, spinach, and a whole wheat crust for wholesome flavor.
# What You'll Need:
→ Pizza Dough
01 - 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
02 - 1/2 cup unflavored whey protein powder
03 - 1 packet instant dry yeast
04 - 3/4 cup warm water
05 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
→ Pumpkin Ricotta Base
07 - 1 cup pumpkin puree
08 - 3/4 cup ricotta cheese, part-skim preferred
09 - 1 garlic clove, minced
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Toppings
13 - 1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
14 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
15 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
16 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
17 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
18 - 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 475°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or use a pizza stone.
02 - In a large bowl, combine whole wheat flour, protein powder, instant yeast, and salt. Add warm water and olive oil. Mix and knead for 5 to 7 minutes until a smooth dough forms. Cover and let rest for 10 minutes.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend pumpkin puree, ricotta cheese, minced garlic, sage, salt, and black pepper until smooth and creamy.
04 - Roll dough out on a floured surface to a 12-inch circle. Transfer to prepared baking sheet.
05 - Spread pumpkin-ricotta mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border.
06 - Top with diced chicken, shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, red onion, and spinach. Sprinkle pumpkin seeds evenly over the surface.
07 - Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, until crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbling.
08 - Allow to cool for 2 to 3 minutes. Slice and serve while warm.
