Description
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a delightful dish that brings together sweet and smoky flavors, making it a perfect choice for any occasion, from family dinners to game nights. This easy-to-make pizza features tender chicken coated in tangy barbecue sauce, topped with gooey cheese and fresh cilantro. In just 10 minutes of prep time, you can have a delicious homemade pizza that’s sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Customize it with your favorite toppings, and enjoy this crowd-pleaser that serves eight!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium-to-large unbaked pizza crust
- 1 cup cooked chicken (chopped or shredded)
- â…“ cup + 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- ¾ cup shredded smoked gouda cheese (divided)
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- ¼ to ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
- Olive oil (for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to crust package instructions.
- In a mixing bowl, toss the chicken with 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce; season with salt and pepper.
- Brush the pizza crust lightly with olive oil and place it on a greased baking sheet.
- Spread remaining barbecue sauce over the crust, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Sprinkle half of both cheeses on the crust, then layer on the chicken and red onion. Top with remaining cheese.
- Bake according to crust instructions or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven, garnish with cilantro, slice, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (92g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 50mg