Cheesy Chickpea Naan Pizzas

Name: Cheesy Chickpea Naan Pizzas
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, (thinly sliced); 1 tablespoon plus 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, (divided); 1 teaspoon tomato paste; Crushed red pepper flakes, (to taste); 1 (15-ounce can) chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1 (14-ounce can) crushed or whole peeled tomatoes; 1/2 cup water; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, (plus more to taste); 3/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or oregano, (divided); Freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder; 4 naan breads; 4 ounces low-moisture mozzarella cheese, (grated (1 cup), divided); Torn fresh basil leaves, (for serving)

a protein-packed twist on a classic crowd-pleaser

What’s easier than ordering delivery? These saucy, cheesy chickpea pizzas, which use store-bought naan (frozen or fresh!) as the base. They’ve got everything you love about a Margherita pizza, just with a little extra protein (more than 20g per serving!) and minimal prep and cleanup. Plus, I’ve included toaster oven and air fryer instructions in case the thought of turning on the option is making you sweat. …