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Close-up of homemade BBQ chicken pizza with cilantro, red onion, and melted cheese on a wooden board.
Alyssa

Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza

This homemade BBQ chicken pizza features tangy BBQ sauce, pre-cooked chicken, and red onion. Mixing mozzarella with smoked gouda cheese makes for the most delicious flavor, and cilantro adds a touch of freshness.
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Prep Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 25 minutes
Servings: 1 pizza
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pizza Dough
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil divided
  • 1 tablespoon cornmeal
  • 1/3 cup barbecue sauce
  • 2 tablespoons barbecue sauce
  • 1 cup cooked chicken chopped or shredded
  • 2/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2/3 cup shredded smoked gouda cheese
  • 1/2 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro for topping

Method
 

  1. Prepare pizza dough through step 3. If using store-bought frozen pizza dough, make sure it’s thawed.
  2. Preheat oven to 475°F (246°C). Allow it to heat for at least 15–20 minutes as you shape the pizza.
  3. Lightly grease a large baking sheet or pizza pan with 1/2 Tablespoon of olive oil. Sprinkle lightly with cornmeal.
  4. When the homemade dough is ready, punch it down to release any air bubbles. Divide the dough in half and freeze half the dough for another time.
  5. On a lightly floured work surface, gently flatten the dough into a disc. Place on prepared pan and stretch it into a 12-inch circle, about 1/2-inch thick.
  6. Using your fingers, push dents into the surface of the dough to prevent bubbling. Brush remaining olive oil all over the dough.
  7. Spread 1/3 cup BBQ sauce evenly on top. Toss the cooked chicken with the remaining BBQ sauce and scatter it around the pizza.
  8. Top with cheeses and red onion.
  9. Bake for 14–15 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Remove from the oven, and sprinkle with fresh cilantro, if desired.
  10. Slice hot pizza and serve immediately. Cover leftover pizza tightly and store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Notes

Enjoy your homemade BBQ chicken pizza!