Description
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a mouthwatering fusion of smoky grilled chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and gooey mozzarella cheese nestled on a crispy crust. This crowd-pleaser is topped with fresh cilantro and red onions, making it perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. With its easy customization options, this recipe is sure to be a favorite in your home!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup barbecue sauce (sweet and tangy)
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while preheating.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; grill over medium heat for about 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Let rest before shredding.
- In a bowl, mix half of the barbecue sauce with shredded chicken until well coated.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Spread the remaining barbecue sauce over the dough. Top with the chicken mixture, mozzarella cheese, and red onion slices.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (120g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 60mg