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Savory BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe Easy Homemade with Sweet Caramelized Onions

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A quick and easy BBQ chicken pizza featuring sweet caramelized onions that add a mellow, jammy layer of flavor, perfect for weeknight dinners and casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • Pre-made pizza dough or homemade dough
  • All-purpose flour (for dusting)
  • 2 cups shredded cooked rotisserie chicken
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • Sweet onions, thinly sliced (Vidalia or yellow onions recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter (for caramelizing onions)
  • Pinch of salt
  • Dash of sugar (optional, for caramelizing onions)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional, for garnish)
  • Smoked paprika or chili flakes (optional, for extra flavor)

Instructions

  1. Caramelize the onions: Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add thinly sliced onions with a pinch of salt. Stir occasionally, letting onions soften and turn golden. Add a splash of water if sticking. Optionally sprinkle sugar halfway through. Cook about 25 minutes until soft and richly browned.
  2. Prepare the chicken: In a mixing bowl, toss 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken with 1/2 cup BBQ sauce until evenly coated. Set aside to marinate briefly.
  3. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone inside to heat if available, or prepare a baking sheet by lightly oiling or lining with parchment paper.
  4. Shape the dough: On a floured surface, roll out pizza dough into a 12-inch round. Let rest if resistant. Transfer to a pizza peel or back of a baking sheet dusted with flour or cornmeal.
  5. Assemble the pizza: Spread a thin layer of BBQ sauce over the dough, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella evenly over the sauce. Distribute BBQ chicken pieces on top, then add a generous handful of caramelized onions. Optionally sprinkle smoked paprika or chili flakes.
  6. Bake: Slide pizza onto preheated stone or place baking sheet in oven. Bake 12-15 minutes until crust is golden and cheese is bubbly and browned in spots.
  7. Finish and serve: Remove pizza from oven and let rest 3-5 minutes. Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

Patience is key when caramelizing onions; cook low and slow to avoid burning. You can caramelize onions ahead and store in the fridge up to 3 days. For a crispier crust, preheat baking surface well. Let pizza rest a few minutes after baking for cleaner slicing. Adjust toppings to avoid soggy crust. Vegan and gluten-free substitutions are possible.

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