Looking for a quick and satisfying dinner? This BBQ Chicken Pizza is your answer! With tender rotisserie chicken, smoky BBQ sauce, and gooey cheese, it’s a meal that brings everyone to the table. It’s as easy as topping your favorite pizza dough and letting the oven do the work!
Imagine biting into a slice of pizza that offers a perfect balance of sweet and tangy flavors. The BBQ sauce caramelizes beautifully as it bakes, adding depth to every bite. You can customize it with your favorite toppings or keep it simple for a comforting weeknight dinner.
The Ultimate BBQ Chicken Pizza
This BBQ Chicken Pizza is a delightful combination of juicy chicken, zesty BBQ sauce, and melting cheese, making it a flavorful choice for any gathering. It’s a fun twist on classic pizza that everyone will enjoy.
Ingredients
- 1 lb pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) or according to the pizza dough instructions.
- Prepare the Dough: Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness and shape. Transfer it to a pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Combine Chicken and BBQ Sauce: In a bowl, mix the shredded rotisserie chicken with 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce until well coated.
- Assemble the Pizza: Spread a thin layer of BBQ sauce over the pizza dough. Evenly distribute the BBQ chicken mixture over the sauce. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese and sliced red onion.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and drizzle with extra BBQ sauce if desired. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro before slicing. Serve hot.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4 slices
- Calories: 320kcal
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
