Description
This BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza is a quick and flavorful meal featuring tender shredded chicken tossed in tangy BBQ sauce atop crispy flatbreads. Melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, complemented by red onion slices and fresh cilantro, create a deliciously balanced pizza that’s perfect for a casual dinner or snack.
Ingredients
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Flatbread Pizza
- 2 flatbreads (naan or store-bought flatbread)
- 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for drizzling)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to crisp the flatbreads and melt the cheese perfectly.
- Prepare Flatbreads: Place the flatbreads on a baking sheet and brush them lightly with olive oil to help them crisp up nicely during baking.
- Toss Chicken in BBQ Sauce: In a small bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken with 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce, ensuring every piece is well coated with the flavorful sauce.
- Apply BBQ Sauce Base: Spread a layer of BBQ sauce on each oiled flatbread. This acts as the base sauce and adds tangy flavor beneath the cheese and toppings.
- Add Cheese and Chicken: Evenly sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over each flatbread, then distribute the BBQ-coated chicken on top of the cheese layer.
- Add Onions: Scatter thin slices of red onion over the toppings to add a subtle crunch and sharpness.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden, and the edges of the flatbread turn crisp and lightly browned.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove from the oven, sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro for freshness, and drizzle additional BBQ sauce on top if desired for extra zing.
- Serve: Slice the flatbread pizzas and serve warm to enjoy the melty cheese and smoky BBQ flavors at their best.
Notes
- Use naan or any store-bought flatbread as the base for easy preparation.
- Cooked chicken can be grilled, roasted, or even leftover chicken, shredded for convenience.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce depending on how tangy or saucy you prefer the pizza.
- Red onion can be swapped with green onions or omitted if desired.
- For a spicier version, add sliced jalapeños before baking.
- Make sure to brush olive oil on flatbreads before baking to prevent sogginess and add crispness.
- Fresh cilantro adds a bright contrast but can be replaced with parsley or omitted for those who dislike it.
