BBQ Chicken Pizza
I’m back with another pizza recipe! Yes, I’ve been totally MIA on the blog, which is sad and wild. But hey, 2022 has also been a weird one (giving 2020 a run for its money, am I right?) Also, if you live in the PNW, you know we have had the worst weather year in recent memory, and it has been straight-up depressing!
But summer is finally here! And not just technically speaking, the weather reflects summer, unlike the non-existent spring we experienced in Washington. And because it’s actually warm and sunny, I’m all about easy summer recipes.
As you know, I’m a massive fan of any pizza recipe. While it’s not “authentic” by any means, BBQ chicken pizza is a classic fusion twist on pizza. My version is reminiscent of the CPK signature BBQ chicken pizza, with mozzarella, smoked gouda, red onion, cilantro, and, of course, saucy BBQ chicken. We made these ‘zas on the grill, but you know I have a foolproof oven method. The result is a zippy, smoky, and savory slice that just hits.
Add these babies to your pizza night routine, especially for these perfect and well-deserved summer nights!
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Ingredients
1 store-bought pizza dough, room temperature
Extra virgin-olive oil
Kosher salt
1 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
1 cup shredded smoked Gouda
1 cup cooked, diced chicken
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce of your choice, like Stubb’s
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Directions
Preheat oven or grill to 450 degrees. Drizzle olive oil on a baking sheet and roll pizza dough around to coat and begin stretching to fit most of the baking sheet. Drizzle with a touch more olive oil and sprinkle with Kosher salt, especially around the crust. Bake for 10-12 minutes until slightly golden brown.
In a small bowl, toss cooked chicken with 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce. Set aside. Spread remaining BBQ sauce evenly across pizza dough, leaving a small crust at the edges. Evenly top with mozzarella, then smoked Gouda, sauced chicken, and sliced red onion. Bake for another 10-15 minutes until cheese is melty and crust is golden brown and crisp.
Top with chopped cilantro, slice and serve.
