Grilled Chicken Taco Pizza

(Courtesy of Aaron Mccargo Jr)

Ingredients:

For the Taco Seasoning:
2 Tbsp. onion powder
2 Tbsp. garlic powder
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1 tsp. dried oregano
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. ground cumin
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

For the Pizzas:
1/4 c. canola oil, plus more for brushing
1 lb. skinless, boneless chicken breasts
1 (16 oz.) tube pizza dough
All-purpose flour, for dusting
1 c. shredded mozzarella
1 c. shredded sharp cheddar

Directions:
Make the taco seasoning: Mix all of the ingredients with 1 tsp. each salt and black pepper in a bowl.

Prepare the pizza: Mix 2 Tbsp. of the taco seasoning and the canola oil in a shallow bowl. Pound the chicken between 2 pieces of plastic wrap to 1/4 inch thick. Add the chicken to the bowl, turning to coat, and marinate 30 minutes.

Preheat a grill to medium high. Grill the chicken until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Let cool, then cut into bite-size pieces.

Divide the dough into 3 pieces. Roll out each on a floured surface into an 8-inch round. Brush with canola oil, sprinkle with taco seasoning and grill until crisp, 3 to 5 minutes per side; remove from the grill.

Mix the cheeses in a bowl, then sprinkle on the crusts and top with the chicken. Return the pizzas to the grill, and cook until the cheese is melted, about 5 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the avocado, lime juice, cumin, chili powder, red onion, and salt and pepper to taste. Top the pizzas with the avocado mixture, salsa, sour cream and cilantro.

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