Description
The BBQ Chicken Pizza is a popular fusion dish that originated in the United States, blending tangy barbecue sauce with tender grilled chicken, mozzarella, and often red onions or cilantro. This unique pizza was created by California Pizza Kitchen in the 1980s and has since become a beloved choice for pizza lovers worldwide, offering a sweet and savory twist on traditional pizza.
Ingredients
- Pizza dough
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1½ cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh cilantro leaves, chopped (optional)
- Olive oil for brushing the dough
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface.
- Brush the dough with olive oil and spread a layer of barbecue sauce over it.
- Top with shredded mozzarella cheese, followed by shredded chicken and sliced red onions.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, omit the pepperoni or substitute with your favorite pizza toppings like mushrooms or olives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 600 mg