Description
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a mouthwatering delight that brings together tender shredded chicken, sweet barbecue sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese, all atop a perfectly crispy crust. This dish is not just for pizza night; it’s ideal for game days, family gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a flavorful feast. With vibrant toppings like zesty red onions and fresh cilantro, this homemade pizza will have everyone raving and asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced red onion
- Fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook chicken until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side). Let rest before shredding.
- In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until evenly coated.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface and transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Spread additional BBQ sauce over the dough, then top with chicken mixture, mozzarella cheese, and sliced red onion.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 55mg