Description
Savory “crispy cast-iron bbq chicken pizza” brings backyard grill flavors into your kitchen with bold southwestern flair. Melted cheese, tender chicken, and smoky barbecue sauce create a perfect slice you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) pizza dough
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) cooked chicken, shredded
- 1 1/2 cups (170 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup (57 grams) shredded smoked gouda cheese
Sauce and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
Garnish and Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 475F (245C) and position a cast-iron skillet on medium heat to create a crispy pizza foundation.
- Stretch the pizza dough to match the skillet’s dimensions, coating the pan lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Carefully place the dough into the sizzling skillet, allowing it to crisp for 2 minutes and develop a golden base.
- Generously brush barbecue sauce across the dough, maintaining a small perimeter for a traditional crust edge.
- Layer the pizza with tender shredded chicken, creating an even distribution for consistent flavor in each bite.
- Sprinkle mozzarella and smoked gouda cheeses to create a rich, melty texture and complex cheese profile.
- Scatter thinly sliced red onions and dust with garlic powder and smoked paprika for depth and aromatic enhancement.
- Slide the skillet into the preheated oven and bake 12-15 minutes until cheese becomes golden and bubbling.
- Remove from oven and allow pizza to rest 5 minutes for optimal cheese setting and easier slicing.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro for a bright, herbaceous finish before cutting into wedges and serving immediately.
Notes
- Swap store-bought dough with homemade or gluten-free options for personalized dietary needs.
- Ensure cast-iron skillet is well-seasoned to prevent sticking and achieve maximum crispiness.
- Pre-cook chicken with smoky spices like chipotle or cumin to enhance overall flavor profile.
- Drain excess moisture from chicken and onions to prevent soggy pizza crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg