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BBQ Chicken Pizza

  • Author: baking
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 1 (12-inch) pizza, about 4 servings 1x

Description

BBQ Chicken Pizza is a flavorful twist on a classic, featuring tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, melty cheese, and red onion on a crispy crust. Perfect for pizza night with a smoky-sweet kick.


Ingredients

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  • 1 ball pizza dough (homemade or store-bought)

  • ½ cup barbecue sauce

  • 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped

  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)

  • Olive oil for brushing

  • Cornmeal or flour for dusting


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it preheats.

  • Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into a 12-inch circle. Transfer to a pizza peel or baking sheet dusted with cornmeal.

  • Brush the dough lightly with olive oil. Spread barbecue sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a 1-inch border.

  • Top with cooked chicken, mozzarella, cheddar, and red onion.

  • Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.

 

  • Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh cilantro if using. Slice and serve hot.


Notes

  • Use smoked gouda or Monterey Jack for a flavor variation.

  • Leftover rotisserie chicken works great in this recipe.

 

  • For extra crispiness, bake on a preheated pizza stone or steel.