BBQ Chicken Pizza
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a flavor explosion that combines tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and melted mozzarella on a crispy crust. Perfect for any gathering or cozy night in, this easy-to-make pizza promises to impress with its smoky-sweet taste and vibrant toppings. Serve it up hot, and watch as everyone comes back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ sliced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Optional: jalapeños or bell peppers for extra flavor
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat.
- Cook the chicken in a skillet over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked. Remove from heat, shred with forks, and mix with barbecue sauce in a bowl.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface into your desired shape and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce over the crust. Top with shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, and sliced red onion.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Garnish with cilantro before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: - Marinate the chicken in barbecue sauce ahead of time for extra flavor. - Feel free to customize toppings; try different cheeses or add vegetables like bell peppers. - Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days and reheat at 350°F until warm.