Homemade Naan Flatbread Pizzas

​Servings: 4 (1 pizza per person)
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10–12 minutes
Ingredients
Pizza Base

• 4 naan breads (whole wheat if available)
• 2 teaspoons olive oil (optional)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Sauce

• 1 cup pizza sauce or marinara sauce

Cheese

• 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese 
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Healthy Toppings
Choose your favorites!
Vegetables

• Bell peppers, diced
• Mushrooms, sliced
• Red onion, thinly sliced
• Spinach
• Cherry tomatoes, halved
• Black olives
• Corn
• Zucchini, diced

Protein Options

• Turkey pepperoni
• Cooked chicken breast
• Lean turkey sausage
• Cooked ground turkey
• Ham
• Plant-based crumbles

Equipment

• Baking sheet
• Parchment paper
• Cutting board
• Chef's knife
• Measuring cups
• Spoon
• Oven mitts

Directions
Step 1: Preheat
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2: Prepare the Naan
Brush each naan lightly with olive oil if you plan to use oil.
Sprinkle with:

• Garlic powder
• Italian seasoning

This creates extra flavor and helps keep the crust crisp.

Step 3: Add Sauce
Spread about 2 tablespoons pizza sauce over each naan.
Leave about a ½-inch border around the edges.

Step 4: Add Cheese
Sprinkle each pizza with:

• ½ cup mozzarella
• Parmesan if using

Step 5: Add Toppings
Let everyone create their own pizza!
Encourage using a balance of:

• Colorful vegetables
• Lean protein
• Moderate cheese

Step 6: Bake
Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until:

• Cheese is melted
• Edges are golden brown
• Crust is crisp

Step 7: Cool
Allow pizzas to cool for 2–3 minutes before slicing.
Serve warm.

Healthy Pizza IdeasVeggie Lover

• Spinach
• Mushrooms
• Bell peppers
• Tomatoes
• Parmesan

BBQ Chicken

• Cooked chicken
• Red onion
• Mozzarella
• Drizzle of BBQ sauce after baking

Hawaiian

• Ham
• Pineapple
• Mozzarella

Supreme

• Turkey pepperoni
• Mushrooms
• Peppers
• Onions
• Olives

Mediterranean

• Spinach
• Tomatoes
• Red onion
• Feta
• Grilled chicken

Kitchen Skills Learned

• Knife safety
• Measuring ingredients
• Building balanced meals
• Reading a recipe
• Safe oven use
• Food presentation

Food Safety Tip
Always wash your hands before cooking and after handling raw meat. If using raw chicken or turkey as a topping, cook it to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) before adding it to the pizza.

Nutrition Tip
A healthier pizza starts with a nutritious foundation. Build your pizza by including:

• Whole grain naan (when available)
• Plenty of colorful vegetables
• Lean protein
• A moderate amount of cheese

This helps create a delicious, balanced meal that's full of flavor and satisfying.
Cooking with Dianne Tip: There are no "right" or "wrong" pizza toppings—have fun, be creative, and enjoy trying new flavor combinations! 🍕