Ingredients
Pizza Base
- 1 pizza dough (or flatbread)
Toppings
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce (plus more if needed)
- 1-2 cups shredded or sliced cooked chicken
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion slices
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it is hot enough for a crispy crust and perfectly melted cheese.
- Prepare Dough: If using raw dough, roll it out to your desired thickness. Lightly brush olive oil onto a pizza stone or a large baking sheet, then place the dough onto the prepared surface.
- Apply BBQ Sauce: Spread 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce evenly over the pizza dough. Mix the remaining BBQ sauce with the shredded or sliced chicken to coat it well.
- Add Cheese and Toppings: Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce-covered dough. Then, distribute the BBQ-coated chicken and red onion slices over the cheese layer.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, top with fresh cilantro, slice, and serve immediately. Enjoy your delicious BBQ chicken pizza!
Notes
- You can use store-bought or homemade pizza dough based on convenience.
- For extra flavor, consider adding sliced jalapeños or bell peppers.
- If using precooked rotisserie chicken, shred it before mixing with BBQ sauce.
- Cooking times may vary depending on your oven, so keep an eye on the crust color.
- To make it gluten-free, substitute the pizza dough with a gluten-free crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
