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BBQ Chicken Pizza

Savory BBQ Chicken Pizza with Sweet Caramelized Onions

Delicious BBQ Chicken Pizza featuring smoky chicken and caramelized onions, perfect for a quick family dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pizza Base
  • 1 dough Pizza Dough Store-bought or homemade
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with neutral oil
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup BBQ Sauce Use favorite brand or homemade
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Opt for lactose-free if necessary
  • 2 pieces Chicken Thighs Can use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken
  • 1 medium Red or White Onion Shallots can be substituted
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Can use olive oil for lighter version
  • to taste Salt and Pepper Season to preference
  • 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar Apple cider vinegar is a substitute
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Can substitute with parsley
Optional Topping Ideas
  • 1 cup Jalapeños For an extra kick
  • 1/2 cup Pineapple Chunks For a sweet contrast

Equipment

  • Sauté pan
  • Rolling Pin
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for BBQ Chicken Pizza
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Gather your ingredients while the oven heats up.
  2. Season chicken thighs with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium heat. Add chicken, cover, and cook for 10 minutes, flipping once.
  3. Remove chicken and let it rest. Shred into bite-sized pieces and toss with BBQ sauce in a bowl.
  4. In the same pan, add sliced onions, butter, and red wine vinegar. Cook on low for 5-10 minutes until caramelized.
  5. Roll out pizza dough on parchment paper to a 12-inch circle.
  6. Spread BBQ sauce on the dough, sprinkle cheese, add shredded chicken and caramelized onions. Top with cilantro if desired.
  7. Transfer the pizza to the oven and bake for approximately 13 minutes until the crust is golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Allow pizza to cool before storing. Keep at room temperature for up to 2 hours. Store in the fridge for up to 3 days, and freeze for up to 2 months.

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