Gooey Crispy Loaded Spanish Pressure Cooker Chicken Thigh Bell Pepper Pizza Instagram-Famous Weeknight Meal Prep
This pressure cooker chicken thigh pizza features tender, shredded chicken thighs, vibrant bell peppers, and a gooey, crispy cheese crust for a Spanish-inspired twist on a weeknight favorite. It's a meal prep superstar that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under an hour.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs trimmed of excess fat
- 1 cup bell peppers mixed red, yellow, and green, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tsp Spanish smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup marinara sauce no sugar added
- 2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Notes
Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven to maintain crispiness. Make-Ahead: Prepare the chicken and pepper mixture up to 2 days ahead; add cheese and melt just before serving. Variations: Add olives or artichoke hearts for a Mediterranean twist. Use rotisserie chicken to reduce cook time. Serve as a deconstructed pizza bowl, or spoon over cooked rice or quinoa for a complete meal.