Description
This Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza combines smoky grilled chicken with tangy barbecue sauce and fresh toppings on a crispy homemade pizza crust. Perfectly cooked on the grill or in the oven, this pizza offers a delightful mix of flavors with mozzarella cheese, red onion, and a garnish of fresh cilantro for a vibrant finish.
Ingredients
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For the Dough
- 2 cups Flour
- 1 packet Yeast (about 2 1/4 teaspoons)
- 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 (optionally mixed 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 Pizza Dough: Combine flour, yeast, warm water, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Knead until smooth and elastic. Let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until it doubles in size.
- Marinate the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and spices to taste, preparing them for grilling.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes per side until fully cooked, then remove and let rest before shredding.
- Mix Chicken with BBQ Sauce: Shred the grilled chicken and toss it well with the BBQ sauce to coat evenly.
- Preheat Cooking Surface: Warm your oven to 475°F (245°C) or prepare your grill for indirect heat to cook the pizza.
- Roll Out the Dough: On a floured surface, shape the dough into a 12-inch round and brush the top with olive oil.
- Par-Cook the Crust: Place the dough on the grill or a preheated pizza stone and cook for 3-5 minutes until the bottom turns golden brown.
- Add the Toppings: Evenly spread the BBQ chicken mixture over the crust, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese and top with sliced red onions.
- Cook the Pizza: Return the pizza to the grill or oven and cook for another 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the pizza, let it cool slightly, then garnish with fresh cilantro. Slice into wedges and serve hot.
Notes
- You can use store-bought pizza dough to save time.
- For a sharper flavor, mix mozzarella with cheddar cheese.
- If cooking on the grill, using a pizza stone helps achieve a crispy crust.
- Letting the chicken rest before shredding keeps it juicy.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce according to your preferred sauciness.
