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BBQ Chicken Pizza

A delicious BBQ Chicken Pizza with a crispy crust, smoky barbecue sauce, tender chicken, and melty cheese. Perfect for game days or cozy nights in!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings

Equipment

  • Baking sheet or pizza stone
  • Rolling Pin If needed for dough
  • Mixing bowl
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

For the Crust

  • 1 pound pizza dough store-bought or homemade

For the Sauce

  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 tsp garlic powder

For the Filling

  • 2 cups cooked chicken shredded
  • 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro chopped, optional

Instructions
 

Preheat the Oven

  • Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). A hot oven is crucial for achieving that crispy crust we all love.

Prepare the Dough

  • Roll out the pizza dough on a lightly floured surface into your desired thickness. Aim for a round shape, but a rustic look adds charm, too!
  • Tip: If using store-bought dough, let it come to room temperature before rolling it out for easier handling.

Mix the Sauce

  • In a small bowl, combine the barbecue sauce and garlic powder. This simple blend will infuse the chicken and crust with great flavor.

Assemble Your Pizza

  • Spread a thin layer of the BBQ sauce mix over the crust, leaving a small border for the crust. Add the shredded chicken evenly across the pizza, followed by red onion slices.

Add the Cheese

  • Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the chicken and onions, ensuring an even distribution for a perfect melt.

Bake the Pizza

  • Transfer your pizza to the preheated oven using a baking sheet or pizza stone. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
  • Tip: Keep an eye on the pizza in the final few minutes of baking to avoid over-browning.

Finish with Fresh Herbs

  • Once baked, take your pizza out of the oven and drizzle a bit more barbecue sauce on top. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and flavor.

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