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Chicken Barbecue Pizza Recipe
Barbecue Chicken Pizza combines the smoky, tangy flavors of barbecue sauce with a soft, homemade pizza crust, creating a delicious fusion of classic Italian and American flavors. This recipe walks you through making a whole wheat pizza base, a flavorful tomato sauce, and a delectable barbecue chicken topping, resulting in a pizza that’s perfect for lunch or a weekend dinner.
Ingredients
For the Pizza Dough
Ingredient | Quantity |
---|---|
Whole Wheat Flour | 3 cups + extra for dusting |
Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 1 tablespoon + extra as needed |
Active Dry Yeast | 2 teaspoons |
Sugar | 1 teaspoon |
Salt | 1 teaspoon |
Lukewarm Water | As required |
For the Tomato Sauce
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Homemade Tomato Puree | 2 cups |
Onion (chopped) | 1 |
Garlic (chopped) | 4 cloves |
Dried Thyme Leaves | 1 teaspoon |
Red Chili Flakes | 1 teaspoon |
Tabasco Original Hot Sauce | 1 tablespoon |
Sugar | 1 teaspoon |
Salt | To taste |
For the Chicken Topping
Ingredient | Quantity |
---|---|
Chicken Breasts (small pieces) | 100 grams |
Barbecue Sauce | 2 tablespoons |
Additional Ingredients
Ingredient | Quantity |
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Mozzarella Cheese (shredded) | As needed |
Olive Oil | For greasing |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
Nutrient | Amount |
---|---|
Calories | 350 kcal |
Protein | 15 g |
Carbohydrates | 45 g |
Fat | 10 g |
Fiber | 7 g |
Sodium | 500 mg |
Instructions
1. Preparing the Dough
- In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour, active dry yeast, sugar, and salt.
- Gradually add lukewarm water while mixing to form a soft and smooth dough.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, incorporating 1 tablespoon of olive oil until the dough becomes elastic.
- Place the dough back in the bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise for about 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.
2. Making the Tomato Sauce
- Heat a saucepan over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté the chopped garlic until fragrant, then add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- Stir in the homemade tomato puree along with dried thyme leaves, red chili flakes, Tabasco sauce, sugar, and salt.
- Cover the saucepan and let the sauce simmer on low heat for 15 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and allow it to cool.
3. Preparing the Barbecue Chicken Topping
- Heat a skillet with a small amount of olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook for a few minutes until lightly browned.
- Mix in the barbecue sauce and sauté for another 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
4. Assembling and Cooking the Pizza
- Preheat a skillet or an iron tawa over medium heat.
- Divide the risen dough into 4 equal portions. Dust each portion with flour and roll it out to a 5-inch circle (or your preferred thickness).
- Cook each rolled dough circle on the tawa for about 2 minutes on each side, similar to cooking a roti.
- Spread a thin layer of olive oil on one side, flip it to cook the oiled side first.
- Spread the prepared tomato sauce evenly on the cooked side, then sprinkle a generous amount of shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Add the barbecue chicken topping, spreading it evenly over the sauce and cheese.
5. Final Cooking
- Cover the pan and allow the pizza to cook for about 4-5 minutes, ensuring the cheese melts and the crust becomes slightly crisp around the edges.
- Alternatively, bake the assembled pizza in a preheated oven at 200°C (400°F) for 10 minutes, or until the crust turns golden brown and the cheese is bubbly.
6. Serving Suggestions
Serve the Chicken Barbecue Pizza hot, accompanied by a refreshing Mango Ginger Virgin Mojito and a side of Spaghetti Pasta Alla Puttanesca for a delightful weekend meal.

Tips for Perfect Pizza
- For a crispier crust, use a pizza stone or bake directly on the oven rack.
- Experiment with additional toppings like roasted bell peppers, olives, or fresh basil for added flavor.
- Make the dough a day ahead and refrigerate it for improved texture and flavor.
Enjoy the fusion of smoky barbecue and classic pizza flavors in every bite of this Chicken Barbecue Pizza!