Description
Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza is a flavor-packed delight that brings the perfect balance of smoky sweetness to your dinner table. With a crispy crust, tender shredded chicken smothered in barbecue sauce, and gooey melted cheese, this pizza is sure to impress family and friends alike. Whether it’s a cozy movie night or a festive gathering, this recipe allows for customization to suit every palate. Say goodbye to takeout and hello to homemade goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro or green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper and bake for about 25 minutes or until fully cooked. Shred the chicken with two forks.
- Roll out pizza dough on a floured surface and transfer to a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread barbecue sauce evenly over the dough, then add shredded chicken, mozzarella cheese, and red onion slices.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish with cilantro or green onions if desired, slice, and serve.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 130g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg