A Central Otago Inspired Chicken, Capsicum & Feta Pizza
If you're looking for a fresh, gourmet wood-fired pizza recipe in New Zealand, this Central Otago inspired combination is one of our favourites to cook in the Ridge Fireplace. Tender chicken, roasted capsicum and creamy feta are balanced with fresh spinach and basil to create a pizza that's packed with flavour without feeling too heavy.
PIZZA RECIPES
7/8/20261 min read
Start with our Ridge Fireplace Wood-Fired Pizza Dough and add:
Toppings
Tomato passata
Mozzarella
Cooked chicken, shredded or sliced
Roasted capsicum
Red onion, thinly sliced
Baby spinach
Feta
Fresh basil
Cracked black pepper
Garlic-infused olive oil (optional, to finish)
How to Cook It
Stretch the dough to 10–12 inches.
Spread a thin layer of tomato passata over the base.
Add the mozzarella, followed by the chicken, roasted capsicum and red onion.
Top with the feta, leaving the baby spinach and basil until the last minute.
Cook in the Ridge Fireplace for approximately 2–3 minutes, rotating as needed.
Once cooked, scatter over the baby spinach and fresh basil, finish with cracked black pepper and a light drizzle of garlic-infused olive oil if desired.
Why This Pizza Works
The high heat of a wood-fired oven gives the chicken a lightly roasted finish while the capsicum becomes sweet and slightly smoky. The feta adds a salty creaminess that pairs perfectly with the fresh spinach and basil, creating a balanced pizza that's both vibrant and satisfying. It's an easy recipe that showcases just how versatile wood-fired cooking can be.
Quick Answer
What toppings go well with chicken on a wood-fired pizza?
Chicken pairs exceptionally well with roasted capsicum, red onion, feta, baby spinach and fresh basil. These ingredients cook beautifully in a wood-fired oven, creating a pizza with smoky, fresh and savoury flavours that work together perfectly.
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