Crispy BBQ Chicken Pizza on the Grill
A smoky, tangy, and crispy BBQ chicken pizza grilled to perfection, perfect for summer gatherings and quick weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ball of pre-made pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for brushing the dough)
- 1 ½ cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or chopped
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
- Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Extra BBQ sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, toss the shredded chicken with ½ cup of BBQ sauce until evenly coated. Set aside.
- Preheat your gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat, around 450°F (230°C). If using a pizza stone, place it on the grill and heat for at least 15 minutes.
- On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch circle. Brush one side lightly with olive oil.
- Place the dough olive oil side down on the grill grates or pizza stone. Close the lid and grill for 2-3 minutes until the bottom is crispy and grill marks appear.
- Flip the dough so the grilled side is facing up. Brush the top side with olive oil, spread ¼ cup BBQ sauce evenly, then sprinkle smoked mozzarella and cheddar cheese.
- Scatter the BBQ-coated chicken and thinly sliced red onions on top.
- Close the grill lid and cook for 4-6 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly and the bottom is golden brown.
- Remove pizza from grill, garnish with chopped cilantro and crushed red pepper flakes if desired, drizzle extra BBQ sauce, and let rest for a couple of minutes before slicing.
Notes
Preheat grill well to prevent sticking. Brush dough with olive oil, not the grill grates. Use indirect heat zones to avoid burning. Let pizza rest a few minutes before slicing. For gluten-free, use certified gluten-free dough or cauliflower crust. For vegan, substitute cheeses and chicken accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/6 of pizz
- Calories: 375
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 700
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 25
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