Easy Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe for Four
Indulge in the smoky flavors of our Easy Homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza! This recipe serves four and brings together tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and melty cheese for a mouthwatering pizza experience that's sure to satisfy.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 1 packet **active dry yeast**
- 1 1/4 cups **warm water**
- 3 cups **all-purpose flour**
- 1 teaspoon **salt**
- 2 tablespoons **olive oil**
- 1 teaspoon **sugar**
For the Toppings:
- 1 cup **barbecue sauce**
- 2 cups **cooked chicken breast**, shredded
- 1 cup **red onion**, thinly sliced
- 1 cup **bell pepper**, diced
- 2 cups **mozzarella cheese**, shredded
- 1/4 cup **fresh cilantro**, chopped
- **Cornmeal** for dusting
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, olive oil, and sugar. Pour in the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
2. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
3. Assemble the Pizza:
- Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 2 equal portions. Roll out each portion into a circle on a floured surface.
- Sprinkle cornmeal on a pizza peel or baking sheet, then transfer the rolled-out dough onto it.
- Spread barbecue sauce evenly over each pizza dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Top with shredded chicken, sliced red onion, diced bell pepper, and shredded mozzarella cheese.
4. Bake the Pizza:
- Carefully transfer the assembled pizzas onto the preheated pizza stone or baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
5. Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle chopped cilantro over the hot pizzas.
- Slice and serve hot, enjoying the deliciousness of homemade BBQ chicken pizza!
Tip for Delicious Pizza:
For an extra burst of flavor, drizzle a little extra barbecue sauce over the baked pizza before serving.
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