Description
Savor BBQ chicken pizza’s irresistible blend of smoky, tangy flavors that dance across crispy crust. Juicy chicken, caramelized onions, and melted cheese create a mouthwatering masterpiece you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups (355 ml) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) cheddar cheese, shredded
Sauce and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) barbecue sauce
Garnish and Toppings:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) red onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F, positioning a pizza stone or sturdy baking sheet inside to ensure an evenly heated surface for crisp crust development.
- Generously coat the pizza dough with a layer of tangy barbecue sauce, creating a flavorful base that will infuse the entire pizza with smoky sweetness.
- Distribute shredded mozzarella and parmesan cheeses across the sauced surface, providing a rich and creamy foundation for the toppings.
- Arrange tender, chopped grilled chicken pieces evenly over the cheese layer, ensuring each slice will have a balanced distribution of protein.
- Sprinkle thinly sliced red onions across the pizza, adding a sharp, crisp element that complements the barbecue sauce and chicken.
- Carefully slide the prepared pizza onto the preheated stone or baking sheet, maintaining the pizza’s shape and toppings.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, watching for a golden-brown crust and melted, bubbling cheese that indicates perfect doneness.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh, chopped cilantro leaves, which will add a bright, herbaceous note to the finished pizza.
- Allow the pizza to cool for 2-3 minutes, then slice into wedges and serve immediately while hot and crisp.
Notes
- Always preheat the pizza stone or baking sheet to ensure a crispy, golden crust that doesn’t become soggy.
- Shred or chop chicken into small, uniform pieces for even distribution and better bite in every slice.
- Try different barbecue sauce varieties like smoky, spicy, or sweet to customize the pizza’s flavor profile.
- Fresh cilantro adds a bright, zesty finish that cuts through the rich cheese and barbecue sauce, elevating the overall taste experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 42 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg