🍕 BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe (Homemade & Flavor-Packed)

This BBQ Chicken Pizza is the perfect combination of smoky, tangy, cheesy, and savory flavors. Juicy chicken tossed in rich barbecue sauce sits on a crispy crust, topped with melty cheese and fresh herbs—better than takeout and easy to make at home!

⏱️ Prep & Cook Time

• Prep Time: 20 minutes

• Cook Time: 15–18 minutes

• Total Time: 35–40 minutes

• Servings: 4

🛒 Ingredients

For the Pizza Dough:

• 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp sugar

• 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)

• ¾ cup warm water

• 2 tbsp olive oil

(Shortcut: Use store-bought pizza dough)

For the Toppings:

• 1 ½ cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)

• ½ cup BBQ sauce (plus extra for drizzling)

• 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup red onion (thinly sliced)

• ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

• ½ cup cheddar cheese (optional, for extra flavor)

🍗 Step 1: Prepare the Dough

1. In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

2. Add flour, salt, and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.

3. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

4. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

🍖 Step 2: Prepare the Chicken

1. In a bowl, toss the cooked chicken with BBQ sauce until fully coated.

2. Set aside to absorb the flavors.

🔥 Step 3: Preheat & Shape

1. Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).

2. Roll out the dough into a 10–12 inch circle on a floured surface.

3. Transfer to a pizza pan or baking sheet.

🧀 Step 4: Assemble the Pizza

1. Spread a thin layer of BBQ sauce over the base (instead of traditional pizza sauce).

2. Add mozzarella cheese evenly.

3. Spread BBQ chicken over the cheese.

4. Top with sliced red onions.

5. Sprinkle cheddar cheese (if using).

🍕 Step 5: Bake

1. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.

2. Remove from oven and let cool slightly.

🌿 Step 6: Garnish & Serve

• Drizzle extra BBQ sauce on top

• Sprinkle fresh cilantro

• Slice and serve hot!

💡 Pro Tips

• Use rotisserie chicken for a quick shortcut

• Add jalapeños for a spicy kick 🌶️

• Swap cilantro with parsley if you prefer

• For extra crispiness, pre-bake the crust for 5 minutes before adding toppings

🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Pair with a fresh green salad

• Serve with garlic dip or ranch dressing

• Perfect for game nights or family dinners

🧊 Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days

• Reheat in oven at 180°C (350°F) for best texture

• Avoid microwaving to keep crust crispy