Description
This delicious homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza combines tender shredded chicken coated in flavorful BBQ sauce, topped with vibrant red onions, green bell peppers, and a blend of mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheeses on a crispy 12-inch pizza crust. Baked to perfection with a golden crust and bubbling cheese, it’s an irresistible dish perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Sauce
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, plus more for brushing
Vegetables
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro
Base and Cheese
- 1 (12-inch) pizza crust
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to bake the pizza evenly.
- Cook Chicken: Cook the boneless, skinless chicken breast thoroughly until no longer pink inside, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
- Toss Chicken with BBQ Sauce: In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce, tossing well to coat each piece evenly with flavor.
- Prepare Pizza Base: Spread a thin layer of BBQ sauce over the 12-inch pizza crust, taking care to leave a small border around the edges for the crust.
- Add Chicken Topping: Evenly distribute the BBQ-coated shredded chicken over the sauced pizza crust.
- Add Vegetables: Sprinkle the chopped red onion and green bell pepper evenly over the chicken for added crunch and color.
- Top with Cheese: Generously sprinkle both shredded mozzarella and Monterey Jack cheeses over all the toppings to create a melty, cheesy layer.
- Bake the Pizza: Place the assembled pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese has melted and is bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro for brightness, slice, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Make sure the chicken is fully cooked before shredding to ensure food safety.
- Use your favorite BBQ sauce to customize the flavor of the pizza.
- For a crispier crust, pre-bake the pizza crust for 3-5 minutes before adding toppings.
- You can substitute the Monterey Jack cheese with cheddar for a sharper taste.
- To make this pizza gluten-free, use a gluten-free pizza crust.
