Description
This BBQ Chicken Flatbread recipe combines the smoky tang of BBQ sauce with melty mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, topped with shredded chicken and red onions for a quick, delicious meal. Perfect for a casual dinner or a fun appetizer, this flatbread is easy to prepare and bakes up with a crispy crust and gooey cheese in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Flatbread Base
- 2 8-inch flatbreads (such as naan)
Sauces and Cheese
- ¼ cup BBQ sauce, plus extra for drizzling
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Toppings
- ¾ cup shredded cooked chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the right temperature for crisping your flatbread and melting the cheese evenly.
- Prepare Flatbreads: Place the 8-inch flatbreads on a baking sheet. Evenly spread about 2 tablespoons of BBQ sauce over each flatbread, creating a flavorful base layer.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheeses evenly on top of the BBQ sauce on each flatbread to create a rich and creamy layer.
- Layer Toppings: Evenly distribute the shredded chicken over the cheese layers, then add the thinly sliced red onions for a sharp, slightly sweet contrast. Drizzle a little more BBQ sauce over the top for an extra burst of flavor.
- Bake Flatbreads: Place the baking sheet in the oven’s middle rack and bake for 10-12 minutes. Bake until the cheese melts fully and the edges of the flatbread become golden and crispy.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro. Slice each flatbread into 3-4 pieces and serve immediately while warm and gooey.
Notes
- Using naan or other sturdy flatbreads works best as they crisp up nicely without becoming soggy.
- Rotisserie chicken saves time but you can use any cooked shredded chicken.
- Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce to suit your taste preferences for sweetness or smokiness.
- For extra heat, add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of chili flakes.
- Flatbreads are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven to keep the crust crispy and the cheese melted.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: BBQ chicken flatbread, BBQ flatbread pizza, quick flatbread recipe, easy chicken pizza
