Ingredients
– 1 pizza crust
– 1.5 cups cooked shredded chicken (from rotisserie or about 2 chicken breasts)
– 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
– Β½ cup barbecue sauce
– ΒΌ of a large red onion, thinly sliced
– Fresh cilantro to taste
Instructions
Getting started with this Bbq Chicken Pizza is as easy as turning on your oven. Begin by preheating it to 450Β°F and prebaking the pizza dough for 6 minutes to ensure a crispy base. This step sets the foundation for a pizza that bakes up golden and bubbly in just 10 to 15 minutes total cook time.
Once your crust is ready, spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce across it for that essential smoky flavor. Follow that with a layer of mozzarella cheese and the thinly sliced red onion. Mix the shredded chicken with a few tablespoons of barbecue sauce and spread it evenly over the top for the best taste integration.
Finish off by adding another thin layer of cheese and chopped cilantro. Pop it back in the oven until everything is melted and the crust is perfect. This whole process takes about 10 minutes to prep, making it ideal for busy evenings.
First Step: Preheat and Prep Start by preheating your oven to 450Β°F. Take the time to shred your cooked chicken from a rotisserie or two breasts, and slice the red onion thinly. This initial preparation ensures everything goes smoothly from here.
Building the Pizza: Lay down that thin layer of barbecue sauce on your prebaked crust. Add the first layer of mozzarella, followed by the red onion and sauced chicken. Top it all with more cheese and cilantro for a fresh twist.
Baking and Serving: Bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese bubbles and the crust turns golden. Let it cool a bit before slicing. For nutritional insight, each serving offers 307 calories, 24 grams of protein, and 15 grams of carbohydrates, making it a balanced choice.
Last Step:
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β± Use rotisserie chicken to save preparation time.
π₯ Prebaking the crust helps prevent sogginess and ensures a crispy base.
πΆοΈ Add toppings like pineapple, bacon, or jalapeΓ±os to customize your pizza’s flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten may vary depending on crust, contains dairy and poultry
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 307 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 865 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 84 mg
