Description
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a delicious and satisfying dish perfect for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a casual family dinner or enjoying a game day with friends. Tender chicken, tossed in sweet and smoky barbecue sauce, creates a flavor profile that’s both vibrant and irresistible. The gooey mozzarella combined with rich smoked gouda offers the ultimate cheesy experience, while fresh cilantro adds a burst of color and freshness. Quick to prepare, this homemade pizza is sure to please everyone at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium-to-large unbaked pizza crust
- 1 cup cooked chicken (cubed or shredded)
- â…“ cup plus 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¾ cup shredded smoked gouda cheese (divided)
- ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (divided)
- ¼ to ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- Fresh cilantro for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven according to your pizza crust instructions.
- In a bowl, combine cooked chicken with 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce, seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Brush the unbaked pizza crust lightly with olive oil and place it on a greased baking sheet.
- Spread the remaining barbecue sauce over the crust, leaving a 1-inch border.
- Layer half of the cheeses on the crust, followed by the chicken mixture, onions, and remaining cheeses.
- Bake according to crust instructions until golden brown.
- Once out of the oven, garnish with chopped cilantro, slice, and serve.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (118g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg