Barbecue Chicken Flatbread
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This easy Barbecue Chicken Flatbread is the perfect weeknight dinner! It’s such a hit in our house that we whip it up for dinner at least once a month. This savory delight combines the zesty punch of barbecue sauce with tender chicken, all sprawled on a crispy flatbread base. Get ready to experience a flavor explosion that’s perfect for any night of the week!
Use your favorite store bought sauce or try my Homemade BBQ Sauce Recipe. It comes together quickly and packs a bold flavor that is ideal for pizza!
Why You’ll Love This Flatbread Pizza
- Quick and Easy: It’s a speedy solution for busy weeknights. Minimal prep, simple ingredients, and fast cooking times make it a no-brainer.
- Customizable: Whether you’re a veggie lover, a cheese fanatic, or a spice enthusiast, you can tailor it to fit your palate or dietary preferences.
- Leftovers Friendly: Have some leftover chicken or veggies? Toss them on! It’s a fantastic way to reinvent leftovers into a delicious new meal.
- Kid-Approved: Its familiar flavors and non-intimidating presentation make it a hit with the little ones.
Ready for me to share my go-to way to use leftovers? FLATBREAD PIZZA.
This Easy BBQ Chicken Pita Pizza is SO DANG EASY to make and loaded with flavor. It takes a whopping five minutes to prep and 10 minutes to cook. Which means you’ve got a total time of 15-minutes! How perfect is that for super busy weeknights or a quick lunch?
This is ideal for using leftover chicken. We make sure to always have flatbread on hand (freezer friendly!!) so we can whip up a pizza or two when we have to get through some of the leftovers sitting in the fridge. No waste!
Ingredients You’ll Need
I LOVE this recipe for so many reasons. One of which is the short ingredient list. You can use all homemade items or store bought and get equally delicious results. In fact, this is ideal for leftovers. We often make this for lunch with leftover chicken!
- Flatbread or Pitas: We use Papa Pita (affiliate). They are slightly thicker and more sturdy, which helps hold up to all of the toppings. You can also buy a giant bag from Costco, divide them into smaller portions, and freeze for later.
- BBQ Sauce: Make your own OR buy store bought. We recently have loved Stubbs (affiliate). They have a few different flavor options, but the spicy one is amazing.
- Mozzarella Cheese: Pre shredded cheese will melt a little less than fresh grated. But either works well on this pizza. Try adding a dash of Parmesan.
- Sweet Red Onion: Slices of red onion give balance to the chicken and sauce.
- Cilantro or Green Onion: Optional, but delicious.
- Chicken: We use chicken that is leftover from previous meals, rotisserie, or oven baked chicken in this recipe.
How To Make Barbecue Chicken Flatbread Pizza
Let’s break down the BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza into simple steps. Here’s what you’ll do:
- Preheat Your Oven: Start by heating the oven to 420°F (220°C). This ensures your flatbreads get nice and crispy.
- Prepare Flatbreads: Take 2 round flatbreads or pitas and lay them on a baking sheet. If you don’t have a baking sheet, any flat oven-proof tray will do.
- Spread the BBQ Sauce: Spoon 1/4 to 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce onto the flatbreads. How much you use depends on how saucy you like it! Spread it around with the back of the spoon, leaving a little border around the edge for that classic “pizza crust” look.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over both flatbreads. Cheese is the glue that holds all the yummy toppings in place.
- Top with Chicken: Now, scatter 1 cup of cooked, sliced chicken over the top. This is your protein-packed superstar ingredient.
- Add Red Onion: Take 1/4 sliced red onion and distribute it over the chicken. These little guys add a pop of color and a zesty flavor kick.
- Bake Your Masterpiece: Slide the baking sheet into the oven and bake for about 8 to 10 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the flatbread are golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy!: Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes (I know, it’s hard to wait!), then cut into slices. Serve it up and watch it disappear!
Expert Recipe Tips:
- Pre-bake the Flatbread: For an extra crispy base, give your flatbread a quick pre-bake for about 5 minutes before adding toppings. This can prevent sogginess, especially if you’re generous with the sauce.
- Quality BBQ Sauce Matters: The sauce is a key player here. Opt for a high-quality BBQ sauce that you love. The flavor of the sauce significantly influences the overall taste of your pizza.
- Get Creative with Cheeses: Mozzarella is great, but why stop there? Add some smoked gouda or sharp cheddar for a more complex flavor profile. Cheese blends can really elevate the taste.
- Season Your Chicken: Ensure your chicken isn’t bland. Season it well or even consider using leftover grilled or rotisserie chicken for added flavor depth. We also like to toss it in a little bbq sauce before adding to the pizza.
Recipe FAQs
The short answer? Kind of. The biggest difference is that pita has more leavening agent which helps create a pocket in the middle of the bread round as it bakes. Flatbread is, well, flat. Both will work for this recipe. However, we find that actual flatbread will keep the toppings more secure.
Yes! We freeze these as barbecue chicken flatbread packs. In a gallon sized bag add 4 flatbreads, measured bbq sauce in individual bags, chopped cooked chicken in individual bags, and cheese. When you are craving pizza simply remove from the freezer and let thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Build and bake according to the recipe directions.
Yes! I have an amazing pizza crust recipe that we have tried over and over. It is perfect and would taste amazing with this chicken pizza.
Of course! Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings. Bell peppers, pineapple, or even a sprinkle of feta cheese can be great additions.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge. They usually keep well for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 5-10 minutes. You can also use a toaster oven or an air fryer.
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BBQ Chicken Flatbread Pizza
Ingredients
- 2 round flatbread or pitas
- 1/4 to 1/2 cup bbq sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup chicken (cooked and sliced)
- 1/4 red onion (sliced)
- Cilantro or green onions
Instructions
- Start by heating the oven to 420°F (220°C).
- Take 2 round flatbreads or pitas and lay them on a baking sheet.
- Spoon 1/4 to 1/2 cup of BBQ sauce onto the flatbreads. How much you use depends on how saucy you like it! Spread it around with the back of the spoon, leaving a little border around the edge for that classic “pizza crust” look.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of mozzarella cheese evenly over both flatbreads.
- Scatter 1 cup of cooked, sliced chicken over the top.
- Take 1/4 sliced red onion and distribute it over the chicken.
- Slide the baking sheet into the oven and bake for about 8 to 10 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the cheese is bubbly and the edges of the flatbread are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven, let it cool for a couple of minutes (I know, it’s hard to wait!), then cut into slices. Serve it up and watch it disappear!
Notes
- Pre-bake the Flatbread: For an extra crispy base, give your flatbread a quick pre-bake for about 5 minutes before adding toppings. This can prevent sogginess, especially if you’re generous with the sauce.
- Quality BBQ Sauce Matters: The sauce is a key player here. Opt for a high-quality BBQ sauce that you love. The flavor of the sauce significantly influences the overall taste of your pizza.
- Get Creative with Cheeses: Mozzarella is great, but why stop there? Add some smoked gouda or sharp cheddar for a more complex flavor profile. Cheese blends can really elevate the taste.
- Season Your Chicken: Ensure your chicken isn’t bland. Season it well or even consider using leftover grilled or rotisserie chicken for added flavor depth. We also like to toss it in a little bbq sauce before adding to the pizza.
Nutrition
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.
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I LOVE making homemade pizza! You’ve just inspired me to add it back to the menu. It is John’s very favorite!
Yum! Simple and easy. My kind of dinner. Thank!
This looks amazing! I am normally a little leary of BBQ pizza, but I am GOING to try this, I even have pitas!
We make bbq chicken pizza all the time! It is my hubbys fav and my kids love it too! We use cheddar cheese though. Love the idea of using a pita!
Mmm, bbq chicken pizza is actually one of my favorite ways to eat pizza. I have made pita pizzas before, but not in a while. I forgot how easy and convenient it is and I think I need to get back to it. Ps. Cilantro on this will definitely be a yes – and you should try adding a little bacon next time too. YUM!
I love barbecue chicken pizza! This looks amazing! Pinning!
YUMMY! Oh my goodness! Simple and delicious. Can’t get much better.