BBQ Chicken Pizza is a sweet, smoky, cheesy favorite that brings together the best of barbecue and pizza in one delicious slice! With juicy chicken, tangy BBQ sauce, melty cheese, and red onions—all on a crispy crust—it’s a total crowd-pleaser. 🍕🔥
🍗 BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
🕒 Time: 30–40 minutes (with pre-made dough)
🍽 Serves: 2–4 (makes one 12-inch pizza)
🧄 Ingredients:
For the Base:
- 1 pre-made pizza crust or fresh pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (your favorite brand or homemade)
For the Toppings:
- 1–1.5 cups cooked chicken (shredded or chopped, grilled or rotisserie)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar (optional for extra flavor)
- 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 tsp olive oil (for brushing crust)
🔥 Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
Heat oven to 220°C (425°F) and place a pizza stone or baking tray inside to preheat (if using fresh dough). - Prep the Chicken:
Toss cooked chicken with 2–3 tablespoons of BBQ sauce. Set aside. - Assemble the Pizza:
- Roll out your dough into a 12-inch circle.
- Spread a thin, even layer of BBQ sauce over the base (leave a small border for the crust).
- Sprinkle mozzarella (and cheddar if using) evenly.
- Scatter BBQ chicken and red onions on top.
- Bake:
Transfer the pizza onto the preheated stone/tray. Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and slightly browned. - Finish & Serve:
Remove from oven, brush the crust with olive oil (optional), and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Let it cool for a minute, then slice and serve hot!
🍽️ Optional Add-ons:
- Crumbled bacon 🥓
- Jalapeños for heat 🌶️
- Pineapple for a sweet twist 🍍
- Ranch drizzle or extra BBQ swirl for dipping 🥣
BBQ Chicken Pizza hits every note—savory, sweet, cheesy, and fresh. Want me to show you a homemade BBQ sauce to go with it?
