Description
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a deliciously satisfying dish that’s easy to make and perfect for any occasion. Enjoy smoky chicken, gooey cheese, and tangy BBQ sauce on a crispy crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand)
- 1 pound pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about 12 inches in diameter.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked.
- Toss the cooked chicken in BBQ sauce and chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Spread BBQ sauce evenly over the rolled-out dough, layer with chopped chicken, and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Let cool slightly, garnish with cilantro if desired, slice into wedges, and serve.
Notes
- For added flavor, try caramelizing the red onions before adding them to the pizza.
- Experiment with different sauces like spicy salsa or add fresh veggies like bell peppers for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (about 120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 60mg