Description
This Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza is a fun and flavorful twist on a classic! Tender chicken, a smoky BBQ sauce, and a blend of cheeses are grilled to perfection on a crispy crust. It’s a delicious and easy-to-make pizza that’s perfect for a summer cookout or a casual pizza night.
Ingredients
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- 1 premade pizza dough (from the grocery store), room temperature
- 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons BBQ sauce, divided
- 1 1/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
- 1 1/4 cups shredded Gouda cheese, divided
- 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Dough: On a floured pizza stone or rimless baking sheet, stretch pizza dough into your desired shape. Let rest for 10 minutes and stretch again.
- Preheat Grill: Preheat grill to high heat. Grease grates with nonstick spray or oil.
- Grill Dough: Place dough directly on the grill, close the lid, and cook for 5 minutes.
- Flip and Add Toppings: Remove dough from grill and flip so the grilled side is facing up. Brush the grilled side with ยฝ cup BBQ sauce. Sprinkle with half of the mozzarella and Gouda cheese.
- Add Chicken: In a bowl, combine shredded chicken with remaining BBQ sauce. Spread the chicken mixture over the cheese.
- Finish and Grill: Top with red onion slices and remaining cheese. Grill for another 4-5 minutes, or until the crust is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Rest and Serve: Remove from grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Notes
- You can use any type of premade pizza dough you like.
- If you don’t have a pizza stone, you can use a rimless baking sheet or a grill-safe pan.
- Feel free to add your favorite pizza toppings, such as peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 50mg