Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • 1 1/2 cups (12 oz.) UNCOOKED chicken breast (chopped into bite size pieces)
  • 1 tsp EACH smoked paprika, chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp EACH onion, powder, garlic powder, salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 recipe homemade pizza dough (or store-bought)
  • 1/3 cup + 3 tablespoons homemade BBQ Sauce (or your favorite store-bought BBQ sauce, divided)
  • 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese ((low moisture))
  • 1 cup shredded smoked Gouda cheese
  • 1/4 small red onion (thinly sliced)
  • chopped fresh cilantro

Instruction

  • DOUGH: Prepare homemade pizza dough according to directions. For both homemade and store-bought dough, brush the shaped dough lightly with olive oil (prevents it from becoming soggy), sprinkle lightly with garlic salt (don’t forget the edges) and poke several times with a fork.
  • CHICKEN: Whisk together the chicken seasonings in a small bowl. While the chicken is still on the cutting board, pat it dry and sprinkle with seasonings, toss to evenly coat; set aside.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a heavy bottom skillet over medium-high heat until hot and rippling. Add chicken and cook through. Remove from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons barbecue sauce.
  • ASSEMBLE: Evenly spread 1/3 cup BBQ sauce over the top of the uncooked dough. Top evenly with cooked chicken followed by cheeses and red onions.
  • BAKE: Bake at 475 degrees F for 12-15 minutes. Remove from the oven and garnish with cilantro, if desired. Slice with a pizza cutter and serve immediately.