Description
This Barbeque Chicken Pizza recipe combines a crispy prebaked crust with tangy barbecue sauce, tender shredded chicken, melted mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced red onions, and fresh cilantro for a flavorful and satisfying homemade pizza experience. Perfect for a quick family dinner or casual get-together, it requires minimal prep and bakes up golden and bubbly in just about 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Pizza Base
- Dough for one large pizza
Toppings
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken (shredded rotisserie chicken or about 2 cooked chicken breasts)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1/4 large red onion, very thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat and Prebake: Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C). Roll out your pizza dough and prebake the crust on a baking stone or sheet for 6 minutes to start creating a crispy base.
- Layer Base Toppings: Spread a thin, even layer of barbecue sauce over the prebaked pizza crust. Then add a thin layer of shredded mozzarella cheese followed by the thinly sliced red onions.
- Prepare Chicken: In a bowl, toss the shredded rotisserie chicken with a few tablespoons of barbecue sauce until well coated, enhancing the flavor and moisture of the chicken.
- Add Chicken and Garnish: Evenly distribute the sauced chicken pieces over the pizza, then sprinkle another thin layer of mozzarella cheese on top. Finish by scattering fresh chopped cilantro according to your taste preferences.
- Bake to Finish: Return the pizza to the oven and bake at 450°F (232°C) for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly. Remove and let cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Notes
- You can use store-bought pre-made pizza dough to simplify preparation.
- Adjust the quantity of barbecue sauce to your taste preference—more for a tangier pizza, less for a subtler flavor.
- Fresh cilantro adds a bright, fresh finish but can be omitted if preferred.
- Ensure the oven is fully preheated to achieve a crispy crust.
- Leftover chicken can be substituted with cooked chicken thighs for more moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
