Smoky BBQ Chicken Gourmet Pizza
Indulge in homemade delight with our Smoky BBQ Chicken Gourmet Pizza. This delicious pizza is designed for convenience and flavor, using readily available ingredients like pre-made dough, tangy barbecue sauce, and tender rotisserie chicken. A blend of smoked gouda and mozzarella cheese creates a creamy topping, while fresh cilantro and red onions add a burst of flavor and color. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal or a fun gathering, this pizza can be prepared in under an hour, allowing you to enjoy gourmet flavors right from your kitchen.
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Servings
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Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
pizza dough
1 lb (ready-made)
cooked chicken
8 ounces (chopped)
barbecue sauce
1/3 cup (divided)
smoked gouda cheese
1/2 cup (shredded)
mozzarella cheese
3/4 cup (shredded)
red onion
1/2 small (thinly sliced)
fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons (chopped)
Instructions
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1. Preheat your oven to its highest setting (500°F or higher) with a pizza stone on the lowest rack. Let it heat for 30 minutes to 1 hour. This will ensure a crispy crust.
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2. While the oven preheats, take the pizza dough out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for about 20 minutes. This will make it easier to stretch.
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3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped cooked chicken with 2 tablespoons of the barbecue sauce. Mix well to ensure the chicken is fully coated.
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4. On a piece of parchment paper cut to fit your pizza stone, place the pizza dough. Using your fingers, gently press and stretch the dough into a large circle (about 12 inches in diameter).
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5. Once shaped, spread the remaining barbecue sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
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6. Distribute the chicken evenly over the sauce, followed by the shredded gouda and mozzarella cheeses. Scatter the thinly sliced red onion across the top.
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7. Carefully slide the parchment with the assembled pizza onto the preheated pizza stone in the oven.
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8. Bake the pizza for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
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9. Once baked, remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle the freshly chopped cilantro on top. Let it cool slightly before slicing.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smoky BBQ Chicken Gourmet Pizza?
It is a homemade pizza featuring pre-made dough, tangy barbecue sauce, rotisserie chicken, smoked gouda, mozzarella, red onions, and fresh cilantro.
How long does it take to prepare this pizza?
The pizza can be prepared and baked in under an hour, making it perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
What oven temperature is required for the best results?
Preheat your oven to its highest setting, which is typically 500 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.
How long should I preheat the pizza stone?
The pizza stone should be preheated on the lowest rack for 30 minutes to 1 hour to ensure a crispy crust.
Why should the pizza dough sit at room temperature before stretching?
Letting the dough sit for 20 minutes makes it much easier to stretch and shape into a circle.
How much pizza dough do I need?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of ready-made pizza dough.
How is the chicken prepared before adding it to the pizza?
Mix 8 ounces of chopped cooked chicken with 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce to ensure it is fully coated.
Can I use rotisserie chicken for this recipe?
Yes, using rotisserie chicken is a convenient and flavor-packed option for this pizza.
What size should the pizza be?
Gently press and stretch the dough into a large circle approximately 12 inches in diameter.
Should I use parchment paper when baking?
Yes, assemble the pizza on parchment paper cut to fit your stone to make transferring it to the oven easier.
How much barbecue sauce is used in total?
A total of 1/3 cup of barbecue sauce is used, divided between coating the chicken and spreading on the dough.
What types of cheese are used for the topping?
The recipe uses a blend of 1/2 cup shredded smoked gouda and 3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
Why is smoked gouda used in this recipe?
Smoked gouda adds a rich, creamy texture and a distinct smoky flavor that complements the BBQ sauce.
How should the red onion be prepared?
The red onion should be thinly sliced using about 1/2 of a small onion.
Where should I place the pizza stone in the oven?
The pizza stone should be placed on the lowest rack of the oven for optimal heat distribution.
How long does the pizza need to bake?
Bake the pizza for 10 to 12 minutes.
How can I tell when the pizza is finished cooking?
The pizza is done when the crust is golden brown and the cheese is bubbling and slightly browned.
When should the cilantro be added?
Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro on the pizza after it has been removed from the oven.
How much cilantro is needed?
The recipe calls for 2 tablespoons of freshly chopped cilantro.
Is this pizza considered gourmet?
Yes, the combination of smoked gouda, fresh cilantro, and red onions gives it a gourmet flavor profile.
Can I substitute another cheese for smoked gouda?
While you can substitute it, the smoked gouda is key to achieving the specific smoky flavor of this recipe.
How many ingredients are required for this recipe?
There are 7 main ingredients: pizza dough, chicken, BBQ sauce, smoked gouda, mozzarella, red onion, and cilantro.
Should the chicken be raw when added to the pizza?
No, the recipe requires 8 ounces of already cooked chicken.
How do I ensure the pizza doesn't stick to the stone?
Assembling the pizza on parchment paper prevents sticking and allows for an easy slide onto the stone.
What is the serving size for this recipe?
The recipe produces one 12-inch pizza, which typically serves 2 to 4 people depending on appetite.
What flavor does the red onion add?
Red onions add a burst of flavor, a bit of crunch, and a pop of color to the pizza.
Can I use homemade pizza dough instead of pre-made?
Yes, while the recipe suggests pre-made dough for convenience, homemade dough works perfectly as well.
How much mozzarella is needed?
You will need 3/4 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese.
Does the pizza need to cool before slicing?
Yes, let the pizza cool slightly after removing it from the oven to allow the cheese to set before slicing.
Is the barbecue sauce spread over the whole dough?
Spread the sauce evenly over the dough but leave a small border for the crust.