Smoky BBQ Chicken Pizza
An indulgent twist on classic pizza featuring smoky barbecue sauce, tender chicken, and gooey cheese, perfect for gatherings and weeknight meals.
Ingredients
Pizza Base Ingredients
- 1 each Pizza Crust Store-bought or homemade
- 1 cup Cooked Chicken, shredded Use rotisserie chicken for convenience
- 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Choose your favorite brand
Toppings
- 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Can use a blend of cheeses
- 1/4 cup Red Onion, sliced Can substitute with green onions
- 1/4 cup Cilantro, chopped Omit if not a fan
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza crust on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Transfer the crust to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
Cooking
- Spread the BBQ sauce evenly over the crust.
- Layer the shredded chicken on top of the sauce.
- Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken.
- Add sliced red onion and chopped cilantro on top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Remove from the oven, slice, and serve.
Notes
For optimal results, consider using a higher-quality BBQ sauce and pre-cooked rotisserie chicken. Experiment with different cheeses, jalapeños, or other favorite toppings.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 12gSodium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5g