BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe

Name: BBQ Chicken Pizza
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages refrigerated pizza crust dough; All-purpose flour, for rolling the dough; Cornmeal, for dusting; BBQ Sauce (page 164); 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (3/4 to 1 pound), cooked and cut into bite-size pieces (page 89); 1 small red onion, sliced (optional); 1 can pitted black olives, drained and chopped (optional); 1 8-ounce package shredded Colby cheese (about 2 cups); 1 8-ounce package shredded Monterey Jack cheese (about 2 cups); 1 cup (4 ounces) grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Position the oven rack or racks in the lower third of the oven and preheat the oven to 425F.
2
Let the dough stand at room temperature for 20 minutes.
3
On a lightly floured surface, roll each pizza dough into a round.
4
Lightly dust 2 large, round pizza stones or baking sheets with cornmeal.
5
Around the edge of the pizza, make a little raised crust about 1/2 inch wide.
6
Divide the BBQ sauce between the dough rounds and spread to within 1/2 inch of the edge.
7
In a medium bowl, place the cut chicken, onion, olives, and 3/4 cup each of the Colby and Monterey Jack cheeses (1 1/2 cups total).
8
Spread the chicken mixture over the sauce on each dough round.
9
Scatter the remaining cheese over each pizza.
10
If desired, sprinkle Parmesan over each as well.
11
Bake the two pizzas until the cheese is melted and the crust is golden brown, 18 to 22 minutes.
12
Let stand 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

397

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages refrigerated pizza crust dough, All-purpose flour, for rolling the dough, Cornmeal, for dusting, BBQ Sauce (page 164), and more.

Yes, BBQ Chicken Pizza falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

BBQ Chicken Pizza

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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