Description
A delicious Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza featuring a crispy homemade crust topped with smoky grilled chicken coated in tangy BBQ sauce, melted mozzarella cheese, fresh red onions, and garnished with vibrant cilantro. Perfect for a flavorful and crowd-pleasing meal served hot off the grill or baked in the oven.
Ingredients
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For the Pizza Dough
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 packet Active Dry Yeast
- ¾ cup Warm Water
- Pinch of Salt
For the Toppings
- 1 pound Pizza Dough (Homemade or store-bought for a 12-inch crust)
- 2 cups Cooked, Shredded Grilled Chicken (seasoned with salt, pepper, and spices)
- ¾ cup BBQ Sauce (balanced sweetness and tanginess)
- 2 cups Shredded Mozzarella Cheese (optional mix with sharp cheddar)
- 1 medium Red Onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 handful Fresh Cilantro (for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil (for brushing dough)
Instructions
- Prepare the dough: Combine 2 cups flour, 1 packet yeast, ¾ cup warm water, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Knead until smooth and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.
- Marinate the chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and your favorite spices to build flavor before grilling.
- Grill the chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high. Grill chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes each side until fully cooked. Remove and allow to rest, then shred the meat.
- Mix chicken with BBQ sauce: Combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce ensuring the pieces are evenly coated.
- Preheat oven or prepare grill: Set oven to 475°F (245°C) or prepare grill for indirect heat to finish the pizza.
- Roll and brush dough: On a floured surface, roll out dough to 12-inch round and brush the top with olive oil to promote browning.
- Initial cook of crust: Place dough on grill or preheated pizza stone in the oven. Cook 3-5 minutes until the bottom turns golden.
- Add chicken topping: Spread BBQ chicken mixture evenly over the partially cooked crust.
- Add cheese: Sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the chicken.
- Add onions: Distribute thin slices of red onion evenly on top of the cheese layer.
- Cook pizza to finish: Return pizza to grill or oven and cook an additional 5-7 minutes until cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden.
- Garnish and rest: Remove pizza and allow to cool slightly; garnish with fresh cilantro for a burst of freshness.
- Slice and serve: Cut the pizza into 8 wedges and serve hot to enjoy the full flavor combination.
Notes
- Using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispy crust when baking in the oven.
- Adjust BBQ sauce amount to suit your preference for sweetness or tanginess.
- You can substitute mozzarella with a blend including sharp cheddar for a richer taste.
- Allowing the dough to rise properly is essential for a light, chewy crust.
- Grilling the chicken adds a smoky flavor that complements the BBQ sauce beautifully.
- If using store-bought dough, skip the rising step but ensure it is at room temperature before rolling.
