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BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

Crispy pizza crust topped with smoky BBQ sauce, tender chicken, melted mozzarella, and red onions, baked until golden.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 330 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pizza dough (or flatbread)
  • 1/3 cup BBQ sauce extra as desired
  • 1-2 cups shredded chicken (or sliced)
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup red onion slices

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven:

    Heat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  • Prepare dough:

    If necessary, roll out the pizza dough. Lightly coat a pizza stone or large baking sheet with oil, then transfer the dough onto it.

  • Mix BBQ chicken:

    Spoon 1/4 cup BBQ sauce onto the dough. Combine the leftover BBQ sauce with the chicken.

  • Assemble pizza:

    Distribute cheese over the dough, then add the chicken and onions.

  • Bake and garnish:

    Bake until golden, 18-22 minutes. Once out of the oven, garnish with fresh cilantro. Serve immediately.
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