BBQ Chicken Pizza
A delightful BBQ Chicken Pizza that combines warm, cheesy goodness with smoky BBQ flavor, perfect for busy weeknights and gatherings.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 piece pizza dough Store-bought or homemade
Toppings
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast Shredded or chopped
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Divided for pizza and chicken mixture
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese Shredded
- 1/2 piece red onion Sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro Chopped, for garnish
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For brushing the crust
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 475°F and roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the rolled dough to a greased pizza pan or baking sheet and brush the edges with olive oil.
- Shred or chop the cooked chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and toss it with 2 tablespoons of BBQ sauce until well coated.
Assembly
- Spread the remaining BBQ sauce evenly over the pizza dough, leaving a 1-inch border for the crust.
- Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
- Distribute the BBQ chicken pieces and sliced red onions evenly over the cheese.
- Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.
Baking
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle fresh cilantro over the hot pizza before serving.
Notes
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Freeze slices wrapped in plastic wrap in a freezer bag for longer storage.