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Savory and Sweet: BBQ Chicken Pizza Delight

This BBQ Chicken Pizza combines smoky, tender chicken with a zesty barbecue sauce, topped with melted cheese and a crunchy crust, making it an ideal choice for summer gatherings or casual weeknight dinners.

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 pre-made pizza crust or dough
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup cilantro chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. Heat the olive oil in a pan over medium heat and add the chicken breasts.
  3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until browned and fully cooked, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pan, let it cool slightly, then shred it into bite-sized pieces.
  5. In a mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the barbecue sauce, ensuring it's well-coated.
  6. Spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edge.
  7. Add the barbecue chicken mixture evenly over the sauce-covered crust.
  8. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and red onion slices over the chicken.
  9. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
  10. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped cilantro.
  11. Slice and serve your BBQ chicken pizza warm for the best flavor and texture.