Description
BBQ Chicken Pizza is a flavor-packed delight that brings smoky barbecue sauce, tender chicken, and melted cheese together for an unforgettable meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this customizable pizza is sure to impress your family and friends. With fresh veggies adding crunch and color, each slice is a delicious experience that sparks joy and nostalgia in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 pound pizza dough
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium red onion, sliced
- 1 cup sliced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to about half an inch thick.
- 2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for about 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F). Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. In a bowl, mix the shredded chicken with BBQ sauce until well combined.
- 4. Spread the rolled-out dough onto a baking sheet or pizza stone. Evenly distribute the BBQ chicken mixture over the base.
- 5. Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by sliced red onions and bell peppers.
- 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the cheese bubbles and turns golden brown. Drizzle with extra BBQ sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 120g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg