Delicious Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
A flavorful Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza featuring tender BBQ chicken, colorful vegetables, and a blend of cheeses on a crispy pizza crust. This easy-to-make recipe brings the smoky, tangy taste of BBQ into a delicious pizza perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 1 12-inch pizza (serves 3-4) 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
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Chicken & Sauce
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for brushing
Vegetables & Herbs
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Pizza Base & Cheese
- 1 (12-inch) pizza crust
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Dice the boneless, skinless chicken breast into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce until well-coated.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook the BBQ-coated chicken pieces for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the Pizza Base: Place the 12-inch pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone. Brush the crust lightly with additional BBQ sauce to add flavor and moisture.
- Add Toppings: Evenly distribute the cooked BBQ chicken over the pizza crust. Sprinkle the chopped red onion and green bell pepper over the chicken. Top with shredded mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheeses.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and starting to turn golden, and the crust is crisp.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove pizza from oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro. Slice and serve immediately for a warm, flavorful meal.
Notes
- For extra smoky flavor, use smoked BBQ sauce or add a dash of smoked paprika to the chicken.
- Feel free to substitute chicken breast with thighs for juicier meat.
- You can customize vegetable toppings by adding sliced jalapeños or mushrooms.
- If preferred, use a whole wheat or gluten-free pizza crust for dietary variations.
- Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated for best taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 pizza
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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