BBQ Chicken Pizza: A Flavor-Packed Homemade Delight

BBQ Chicken Pizza is a delicious homemade dish featuring smoky chicken, tangy sauce, and gooey cheese.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Pizza Dough

2 cups All-Purpose Flour A sturdy base that provides the perfect chewiness and structure.
1 cup Warm Water Activates the yeast to help the dough rise.
2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast Essential for leavening; be sure to let it bloom.
1 tablespoon Sugar Feeds the yeast and enhances the flavor.
1 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors and strengthens the dough.
1 tablespoon Olive Oil Adds richness and helps with a crisp finish.

For the Toppings

2 cups Cooked Chicken Breast Shredded; use rotisserie chicken for convenience.
1 cup BBQ Sauce Choose a sweet and tangy variety.
2 cups Mozzarella Cheese Feel free to use part-skim for a lighter option.
1/2 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced for even caramelization.
1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Sprinkle on top before serving for freshness.

For Serving (Optional)

2 cups Caesar Salad A crisp complement to the pizza.
4 cups Lemonade Refreshes and pairs wonderfully.

Equipment

Oven
Pizza pan
mixing bowl
Rolling Pin

Method

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for BBQ Chicken Pizza

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface to desired thickness, about ¼ inch, and transfer to greased pizza pan.
Toss shredded cooked chicken breast with BBQ sauce until coated. Set aside to meld flavors.
Spread BBQ sauce evenly over pizza dough, leaving a 1-inch border. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese over sauce.
Distribute BBQ chicken and thinly sliced red onions over cheese layer. Finish with remaining mozzarella cheese on top.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, until crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly.
Remove from oven, sprinkle fresh cilantro on top, slice, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 20gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a crispy crust, preheat the oven fully. Allow the pizza to rest before slicing to maintain its shape.

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