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Crispy BBQ Chicken Pizza on the Grill

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A quick and easy grilled pizza recipe featuring a crispy crust, smoky BBQ sauce, tender chicken, and a blend of smoked mozzarella and sharp cheddar cheeses. Perfect for summer backyard cooking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ball of pizza dough (about 12 ounces / 340 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for brushing the grill and crust)
  • 1 cup cooked chicken, shredded or chopped (leftover rotisserie or grilled chicken)
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray’s recommended)
  • 1 cup shredded smoked mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Optional extras: jalapeño slices, crumbled cooked bacon, dairy-free cheese alternatives

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 450°F or 230°C). If using charcoal, let the coals burn down to an even heat.
  2. On a lightly floured surface, stretch or roll your pizza dough into a 12-inch (30 cm) circle. Brush one side lightly with olive oil.
  3. Place the dough oil-side down directly onto the grill grates. Close the lid and cook for 2-3 minutes until grill marks appear and the dough firms up. Flip the crust carefully and brush the grilled side with olive oil.
  4. Quickly spread the BBQ sauce evenly over the grilled side. Sprinkle the shredded smoked mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, then add the chicken and red onion slices. Close the grill lid and cook for another 3-5 minutes, until cheese melts and crust is crispy but not burnt.
  5. Remove the pizza from the grill. Let it rest for a minute or two, then sprinkle chopped cilantro and any optional extras like jalapeños. Slice with a sharp pizza cutter and serve hot.

Notes

Brush grill grates well with oil to prevent sticking. Keep the grill lid closed to melt cheese evenly. Watch for flare-ups due to sugary BBQ sauce and have a spray bottle of water handy. Use two-zone cooking if possible to avoid burning. Avoid overloading toppings to keep crust crispy. Reheat leftovers on a skillet or grill to maintain crispiness; avoid microwaving.

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