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Impress the family with this homemade BBQ chicken pizza recipe! Your favorite barbecue chicken flavor is made even better with melty mozzarella, tangy peppers and onions, and zesty cilantro.
Years ago, I would have told you that homemade pizza wasn’t worth the effort. I thought you needed a fancy pizza stone, a wood fired oven, or a magic wand to prevent a soggy crust. After some experimenting and a very neat cooking class in Italy, though, I’m so happy to tell you that I was wrong! This BBQ Chicken Pizza comes out with a beautifully crisp crust, never a soggy bite in the center. You can make this tangy, fun dinner perfectly the first time with these easy tips!
Why you’ll love this homemade pizza
- Quick enough for a weeknight.
- Great way to use up leftover chicken.
- Can be meal prepped & frozen for later.
Barbecue Chicken Pizza Ingredients
- Pizza Dough and Cornmeal – I used Wholly Wholesome gluten-free pizza dough, but you can use your favorite brand (or even a homemade recipe). The cornmeal prevents your dough from sticking and helps the crust crisp up nicely.
- Olive Oil and Barbecue Sauce – Any neutral oil will work; this prevents the sauce from soaking into the dough and making the crust soggy. Use your favorite BBQ sauce (we used G. Hughes sugar-free).
- Toppings: Cooked Chicken, Mozzarella, Diced Red Onion, Pepperoncini Peppers, and Fresh Cilantro.
How to Make Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza
This pizza recipe is simple, but you will need a baking sheet, parchment paper, and a brush or spoon.
- Prep your dough. While the oven preheats (425 degrees F), line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Sprinkle a light dusting of cornmeal on the parchment paper, then stretch your dough into a 12-inch circle on the cornmeal. Brush the top of the dough with oil.
- Add sauce & toppings. Spread your BBQ sauce evenly over the dough, leaving an inch around the edges clean for your crust. Sprinkle the chicken, mozzarella, red onion, and chopped pepperoncini peppers on top.
- Bake the pizza. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the crust is fully cooked and crispy enough for your preferences. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro, slice, and serve.
What to serve with barbecue chicken pizza
- Keto Mozzarella Sticks
- Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes
- Keto Jalapeno Poppers
- Stuffed Potato Skins
- Grilled Potato Salad
Storage and Reheating
- Fridge: Cool and store in airtight container up to 3-4 days.
- Freezer: Cool, wrap individual slices in plastic wrap, then store in freezer bag up to 3 months.
- Reheat: Bake at 350 degrees for 5-10 minutes or air fry at 350 for 2-4 minutes.
How to Prep Homemade Frozen Pizzas
Forget the cost of frozen pizzas and make your own! You can partially bake the crust, add toppings, and freeze for 2-3 months. When ready to enjoy, bake from frozen (add a few minutes to baking time).
- Prep crust exactly as above, then bake at 450 degrees F for 4-5 minutes. Crust should appear a bit puffy, dry, and not browned at all. Let this cool.
- Add sauce and toppings however you like them.
- Cover with multiple layers of plastic wrap to protect from freezer burn, then store in an extra-large freezer bag if possible. If you don’t have a bag that fits, adding a layer of aluminum foil can help protect it.
More Great Recipes:
- Air Fryer Italian Sausage
- Hamburger Potato Soup
- Air Fryer French Toast
- Keto Peanut Butter Cookies
- Air Fryer Eggs
Barbecue Chicken Pizza
Equipment
- parchment paper
- Silicone brush
Ingredients
- Cornmeal, for sprinkling
- 1 lb pizza dough, I used Wholly Wholesome Gluten-Free dough
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup BBQ sauce
- 1.5 cups cooked chicken, shredded or chopped
- 1.5 cups mozzarella, shredded
- ¼ cup red onion, small diced
- ¼ cup pepperoncini peppers, chopped
- ¼ cup cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and sprinkle a light dusting of cornmeal on it.
- Stretch your pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on the lined baking sheet. Brush with olive oil, making sure to get the edges and crust area as well.
- Spread your BBQ sauce evenly over the dough, leaving about 1 inch around the edges for your crust. Top the sauce with the chicken, red onion, and peppers.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes. Once the crust is golden and crisped to your liking, remove it from the oven.
- Sprinkle the fresh cilantro over the pizza, slice, and serve.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Hi, I’m Maggie! After obtaining a Master of Education degree in 2020, I decided to combine my love of teaching with my passion for food. Cooking good food feeds our bodies and souls, but it also helps give us a confidence that empowers us far beyond the kitchen. I hope to share my knowledge and experience to help cooks of all levels create delicious meals, snacks, and desserts for everyone they love!
