This BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza is the perfect blend of sweet and smoky, with melty cheese, crispy edges, and juicy chicken. What more could you ask for? And, best of all, it's ready in 40 minutes, making it great for busy weeknights.
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Chicken Flatbread Pizza
I make this flatbread pizza when I’m craving something comforting but don’t want to spend all night in the kitchen. The chicken is seasoned with brown sugar and paprika, so it gets a sweet-smoky flavor that makes it out of this world delicious. about the recipe and why I like it in general, with no bullets like we used to do.
Pro Tip
Don’t skimp on the garlic oil, it's what really brings the flavor to this flatbread pizza.
BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza
Ingredients
For the chicken:
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into ½ inch cubes
- ½ Tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 Tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the pizza:
- 4 flatbread pizza base
- 2-3 Tablespoons BBQ sauce per pizza
- 1 medium red onion sliced.
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese per pizza or to your liking
- 2 Tablespoon olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Cook the chicken:
- In a bowl combine chicken spice together then add chicken and toss to coat.
- Heat a large skillet over medium high heat add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes or until done.
Assemble the pizza and bake:
- Preheat oven to 400F.
- In a small bowl combine olive oil and garlic powder then brush the pizzas with the mixture.
- Spread bbq sauce over pizza base and top with mozzarella cheese.
- Divide cooked chicken over the pizzas along with the red onion slices.
- Bake in the center of your oven for 10 minutes until edges are golden brown and crispy.
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How to Make BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza
Let's start by gathering everything we need. I'm using boneless chicken breasts to build a smoky flavor from the ground up, but a store-bought rotisserie chicken is a fantastic shortcut for a quicker meal.
Combine brown sugar, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Toss in the chicken cubes to coat.
Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil and cook chicken for 6-8 minutes, until browned and cooked through.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil and garlic powder. Lightly brush this mixture over the entire surface of the flatbread. This will create a flavorful base and help it get crispy. Next, spread an even layer of your favorite BBQ sauce.
Cover the base with a generous amount of mozzarella. Arrange the cooked chicken and thin red onion slices evenly on top. Bake for 10 minutes until the cheese is perfectly melted and bubbly, and the edges have turned a deep golden brown.
FAQs
Yes, you can. However, I prefer the flavor of cooking it myself. If you are using rostisserie chicken toss it in the seasonings before adding to the pizza.
You can use any type of flatbread that you prefer. From Middle Eastern flatbread to Naan bread, the options are endless.
Yes, just keep the heat medium and cover the grill to help the cheese melt. Watch it closely so it doesn't burn.
Wrap each flatbread tightly in foil or plastic wrap, then freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a 375F oven for 8-10 minutes or pop it in a hot skillet for a crispy bottom.
Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
More Tips
- Swap red onions for caramelized onion for a deeper more buttery flavor.
- Add sliced jalapeños for a kick of heat.
- A sprinkle of fresh cilantro or green onions gives your pizza a beautiful pop of color.
- Drizzle with avocado ranch or more BBQ sauce if you're feeling saucy.
Serving suggestions
Serve this with a crisp side salad like this Panera Bread Greek Salad or some Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables for a filling meal.
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Looking for more delicious and creative pizza recipes? Try this Biscuit Breakfast Pizza, Pizza Tater Tot Casserole, or these Pizza Burger Recipe.
And there you have it! Your very own BBQ chicken flatbread pizza—so good. Now go forth and enjoy your masterpiece…just try not to get BBQ sauce on your shirt. (No promises.)
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