Description
This Pineapple Jalapeño BBQ Chicken Pizza combines sweet and spicy flavors on a crispy homemade crust, topped with tender BBQ chicken, fresh pineapple chunks, jalapeño slices, and melted mozzarella cheese. Perfect for those who enjoy a bold and flavorful pizza with a tropical twist.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken
- 3-4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
For the Pizza
- 1 lb pizza dough
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 medium fresh jalapeño, sliced thinly
- additional BBQ sauce for spreading
- Fresh cilantro (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dough: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). On a floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12-inch round shape to form your pizza base.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Place the seasoned chicken breasts in the skillet and cook about 6-8 minutes per side until they are golden brown and fully cooked. Allow the chicken to cool slightly, then shred it using two forks.
- Mix Chicken with BBQ Sauce: Toss the shredded chicken with 1/2 cup BBQ sauce until each piece is well-coated to infuse smoky and tangy flavors into the meat.
- Assemble Pizza: Spread additional BBQ sauce evenly over the rolled-out pizza dough. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top, then layer with pineapple chunks and thinly sliced jalapeño slices for a balance of sweetness and heat.
- Bake the Pizza: Transfer the pizza to the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool slightly. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves if desired before slicing and serving.
Notes
- To prevent the dough from sticking, use ample flour on your work surface when rolling it out.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeño depending on your preferred spice level; remove seeds for milder heat.
- You can substitute chicken breasts with pre-cooked rotisserie chicken to save time.
- If you like a smokier flavor, use a smoky BBQ sauce variety.
- Letting the pizza rest for a few minutes after baking helps the cheese set, making it easier to slice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
