Barbecue Chicken Pizza
A delicious pizza featuring a homemade fluffy crust topped with smoky barbecue sauce, tender chicken, and melted cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 3/4 cup warm water
- 1.5 tsp active dry yeast
- 2 tsp sugar
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 TBSP olive oil
- 1.5 tsp salt
For the Toppings
- 1/3 cup barbecue sauce
- 1.5 cups your favorite cheese (mozzarella and Colby Jack recommended)
- 1 cup cooked chicken breast, cubed Toss in barbecue sauce for flavor.
- 1/4 red onion, diced
- 1/4 cup green bell pepper, diced (optional) Adds extra flavor and nutrition.
- Cilantro, optional garnish
Instructions
Make the Dough
- Measure warm water into a medium mixing bowl. Add the yeast and sugar; stir gently with a whisk and let sit for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the flour, olive oil, and salt, forming a shaggy dough.
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured counter for a few minutes until smooth. Form into a ball and place in a bowl sprayed with cooking spray.
- Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise for 40-45 minutes.
Assemble
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Gently punch down the risen dough and press it out until it's about 1/4" thick. Transfer it to the lined pan.
- Spread the barbecue sauce evenly on the pizza crust and sprinkle cheese over it, reserving some for later.
- Evenly distribute the chicken breast, red onion, and green pepper over the pizza, and add a little more cheese on top.
Bake
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted.
- Top with fresh cilantro, if desired, and enjoy immediately.
Store
- Store leftovers tightly covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
For extra fluffiness, let the dough rise longer. Experiment with different cheese types or add jalapeños for tanginess. Rotisserie chicken is a great time-saver!