Move over, traditional pizza. BBQ chicken flatbread is taking over as my new favorite pizza dish. With its sweet and smoky flavor, this pizza is definitely hard to resist. Plus this chicken pizza is easy to make at home, so you can enjoy it whenever you want!
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❤️ Why you'll love this recipe
- Full of sweet and smoky BBQ flavor that you will crave.
- An easy family-friendly lunch or dinner option that is sure to please everyone.
- Can be on the table in under 30 minutes, making it a great weeknight meal.
If you're looking for a delicious pizza recipe that's sure to please, look no further than this BBQ chicken flatbread pizza. Made with just a few simple ingredients, this pizza is packed with flavor and sure to become a new favorite. So, what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try tonight!
🛒 Ingredients
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Note: The full list of this BBQ Chicken Flatbread recipe ingredients with their amounts and options are listed in the recipe card below.
- Olive oil
- Dry oregano
- Kosher salt
- Ground black pepper
- Boneless chicken breast
- Colby Jack Cheese
- Barbecue sauce -- we used our Bourbon Barbecue Sauce. Use your favorite.
- Artisan Flatbreads
🗒 Instructions
Note: This is an overview of the instructions. The full instructions are in the recipe card below.
- Drizzle half of the olive oil on the baking dish, and then place the chicken breasts in the olive oil on the pan.
- Drizzle the other half of the olive oil over the chicken breasts. And, cover the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Then, bake the chicken breasts for 30 minutes. Once done shred the chicken and mix with bbq sauce.
- Spread half of the remaining barbecue sauce on the bottom of each of the artisan flatbreads (the bottom is the flat side). This will allow the textured side to be flaky.
- Cover each of the artisan flatbreads with half of the shredded chicken.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the shredded chicken for both artisan flatbreads. And, then sprinkle with seasonings. Bake the prepared pizzas for 7 minutes directly on the grates in the oven. Can be cooked longer if you want a crispier flatbread.
🔪 Equipment
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🤔 FAQs
These are the questions we are most frequently asked about making BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza recipe.
Heat the grill on medium-high heat. Then, you can use a pizza stone, or just place your flatbread on the grill grates for about 3 minutes or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is melted.
All you need to do is cook the chicken, then layer your ingredients on the flatbread. Once your pizza is assembled, bake or grill until the cheese is melted.
Chicken BBQ pizza is a simple recipe that uses bbq sauce instead of pizza sauce. And, the sauce is topped with cooked chicken and shredded cheese to make a flavorful pizza.
A California Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chicken pizza contains grilled chicken, red onions, cilantro, bbq sauce, mozzarella, and gouda cheeses. If you've never tried this pizza I recommend that you give it a try! It's delicious.
👩🏻🍳 Tips
- Save time and use shredded rotisserie chicken instead of baking your own chicken breast.
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F before you shred it and add it to your pizza.
- Add a finishing touch to this recipe with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro or parsley after you remove it from the oven.
- If you like your crust extra crispy, once your cheese is melted turn the oven on broil and place the chicken flatbread under the broil for 2 to 3 minutes or until it's crispy.
- You can also add a touch of green onions to your pizza for a fresh taste.
📚 Variations
- Do you have leftover pulled chicken with bbq sauce on it? No worries, it tastes even better on this bbq chicken flatbread recipe.
- Instead of chicken, you can use pulled pork or even leftover brisket.
- Use a spicy bbq sauce and sprinkle with a dash of crushed red pepper flakes if you love a spicy flatbread pizza.
- Switch up the cheeses and use your favorite such as pepper jack, Monterey jack, mozzarella, or any other cheese you enjoy.
- Add your favorite veggie toppings like onions, peppers, mushrooms, olives, or anything that you enjoy on pizza.
🥫 Storage
Store leftover flatbread pizza in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
Reheat leftovers in the oven at 350 degrees for 5 to 8 minutes or until it is warm and bubbly. You can also reheat it in the microwave, however, your crust will not be as crispy.
📗 Related Recipes
- Do you love easy pizza recipes? If so, you are going to enjoy this Easy Pizza Pinwheels recipe. It's delicious and it's kid-friendly too!
- Bubble Pizza is a casserole-style twist on this family favorite. It's perfect for weeknights when you need a dinner that doesn't take much effort.
- Have you ever tried a Roman-style pizza like this Pinsa Romana? This rustic pizza has a flavorful and chewy crust that the entire family will love.
🍽 Serve with
- There is just something about Soft Baked Breadsticks that pairs so well with a homemade pizza don't you think?
- When I think of pizza I also think of Antipasto Caprese Salad they go hand and hand if you ask me.
- You could also add in some greens and fresh flavorful with this Italian Summer Salad with Basil Dressing.
📞 Chiacchierata (chat)
Did you know that in the early 18th century the pizza that was enjoyed in Italy, was similar to what we now call flatbread pizza? It consisted of a thinner crust that was topped with herbs, cheese, and vegetables like onions and mushrooms. Slowly this evolved into the pizza that we now know.
If you love quick and easy appetizers with an Italian touch, our Italian Bruschetta Recipe is one that everyone goes crazy over!
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📝 Recipe Card
If you love chicken pizza but are tired of the same old delivery or take-out, why not try cooking your own flatbread pizza at home? It's easy to do and the results are delicious. Plus, you can personalize the pizza to your own taste buds. I hope you give this recipe a try soon.
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📖 Recipe
Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza With Speedy Version
Ingredients
- 1 Tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teapoon Dry oregano
- ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1.5 pounds Boneless chicken breast *** Check notes for speedy version
- 1½ cups Colby Jack Cheese
- 1¾ cups Barbecue sauce
- 2 Artisan Flatbreads
Equipment Needed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375℉ degrees.
- Drizzle half the olive oil on the baking dish.
- Place the chicken breasts in the olive oil on the baking dish.
- Drizzle the other half of the olive oil over the chicken breasts.
- Cover the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Bake the chicken breasts for 30 minutes. The internal temperature should read 165℉ (74℃).
- Once the chicken is cooked use two forks to shred the chicken. Toss chicken with 1 cup of the barbecue sauce.
- Spread half of the remaining barbecue sauce on the bottom of each of the artisan flatbreads (the bottom is the flat side). This will allow the textured side to be flaky.
- Cover each of the artisan flatbreads with half of the shredded chicken.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese over the shredded chicken for both artisan flatbreads.
- Sprinkle the oregano over the shredded cheese for both artisan flatbreads.
- Sprinkle the oregano over the shredded cheese for both artisan flatbreads.
- Bake the prepared pizzas for 7 minutes directly on the grates in the oven. Can be cooked longer if you want a crispier flatbread.
- Remove from the oven and cut into squares.
Notes
- Save time and use shredded rotisserie chicken instead of baking your own chicken breast.
- For a more intense barbecue flavor mix the chicken with some of the sauce.
- Make sure the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F before you shred it and add it to your pizza.
- Add a finishing touch to this recipe with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro or parsley after you remove it from the oven.
- If you like your crust extra crispy, once your cheese is melted turn the oven on broil and place the chicken flatbread under the broil for 2 to 3 minutes or until it's crispy.
- You can also add a touch of green onions to your pizza for a fresh taste.
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