Description

This BBQ Chicken Flatbread is a quick and flavorful recipe that brings smoky, cheesy comfort to your table in under 30 minutes. With its crispy crust, tangy barbecue sauce, juicy shredded chicken, and melted cheese, it’s the perfect mix of sweet, savory, and satisfying — ideal for family dinners, casual get-togethers, or busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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2 flatbreads (naan, pita, or homemade)
1 cup cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie or grilled)
1/2 cup barbecue sauce (sweet, smoky, or spicy)
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños, crumbled bacon, pineapple chunks, or corn

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 425°F (220°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it inside to preheat — it helps create a crispier crust.
Prepare the Chicken: In a small bowl, mix shredded chicken with half the barbecue sauce until evenly coated.
Prep the Flatbread: Brush both sides of the flatbread with olive oil. Toast lightly in a dry skillet for 1 minute per side for extra crispiness.
Build the Base: Spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce on each flatbread. Don’t overdo it — just enough to coat.
Add the Toppings: Evenly distribute the barbecue chicken, then sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top. Add sliced red onions and any optional toppings.
Bake: Transfer to a baking sheet or hot pizza stone and bake for 8–10 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the edges are golden-brown.
Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool for 2 minutes, then garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley. Slice and enjoy!

Notes

To store leftovers, wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven for 5–7 minutes to restore crispiness. For a make-ahead version, assemble the flatbreads (without baking) and freeze for up to 2 months. Bake directly from frozen when ready. Customize with your favorite toppings — think buffalo chicken, pineapple and ham, or a Tex-Mex twist with beans and corn.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Oven-Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 flatbread
Calories: 370
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 780mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 65mg