Lemon Feta Chicken Naan Pizza (Printable)

Crispy naan topped with tender lemon chicken, feta, olives, and tangy tzatziki drizzle.

# What You'll Need:

→ Lemon Chicken

01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into small cubes
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - Zest and juice of 1 lemon
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Pizza Assembly

08 - 4 naan breads
09 - 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
11 - 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
12 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
14 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

→ Tzatziki Drizzle

15 - 3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
16 - 1/2 cup cucumber, finely grated and drained
17 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
18 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
19 - 1 clove garlic, minced
20 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ Garnish

21 - Fresh parsley or dill, chopped
22 - Lemon wedges

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Add chicken cubes, toss well to coat evenly, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
02 - While chicken marinates, preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
03 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, finely grated and drained cucumber, fresh dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly and refrigerate until ready to serve.
04 - Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken and cook for 5 to 6 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside.
05 - Arrange naan breads on the prepared baking sheet. Brush lightly with extra virgin olive oil.
06 - Sprinkle each naan with mozzarella cheese, then evenly distribute cooked chicken, crumbled feta, sliced olives, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
07 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until cheese is melted and naan edges are slightly crisp.
08 - Remove from oven. Drizzle generously with tzatziki and garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of warm, spiced chicken and cooling cucumber yogurt offers a perfect temperature contrast.
  • Using naan as a pre-made crust makes this an easy, stress-free meal for busy weeknights.
  • High in protein with 35g per serving while remaining light and fresh.
02 -
  • Don't skip the marinating step; even 15 minutes helps tenderize the chicken and infuse it with lemon and garlic.
  • Always use parchment paper on your baking sheet to prevent the naan from sticking and to ensure easy cleanup.
  • For the best texture, apply the tzatziki drizzle just before serving so the naan stays crisp.
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