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BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza Recipe

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This BBQ Chicken French Bread Pizza is a quick and flavorful twist on traditional pizza that combines tender shredded chicken coated in tangy BBQ sauce, melted mozzarella and cheddar cheese, and a crispy toasted French bread base. It’s perfect for a casual dinner or a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

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Bread Base

  • 1 (12- to 14-oz.) loaf French bread

Chicken Topping

  • 2 cups cooked shredded chicken (about 6 oz.)
  • 1 cup store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce, divided, plus more for serving

Cheese

  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella (about 8 oz.)
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar or gouda (about 2 oz.)

Additional Toppings

  • 1/2 small red onion, quartered and thinly sliced
  • Chopped fresh cilantro, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Bread: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Slice the French bread loaf in half lengthwise. If your loaf is long, cut it crosswise into four pieces so they fit on your baking sheet. Arrange the bread slices cut side up on a foil-lined baking sheet.
  2. Toast the Bread: Place the bread in the oven and toast for about 5 minutes until it feels slightly dry to the touch and the edges begin to turn golden brown. This step ensures the bread will be crisp and hold up to the toppings.
  3. Prepare Chicken and Cheese: While the bread is toasting, toss the shredded chicken with 1/4 cup of BBQ sauce in a medium bowl until fully coated. In a separate bowl, mix the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses together.
  4. Assemble the Pizza: Spread 3/4 cup of BBQ sauce evenly over each piece of toasted bread, making sure to cover the edges. Sprinkle about half of the combined cheese mixture over the sauce, then evenly distribute the thinly sliced red onion on top. Next, layer the BBQ-coated shredded chicken over the onions, and finish by sprinkling the remaining cheese mixture evenly over the chicken.
  5. Bake: Return the assembled pizzas to the oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the cheeses have melted and have golden brown spots on top.
  6. Serve: Once out of the oven, drizzle additional BBQ sauce over the pizzas and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro for a bright, fresh finish. Slice and serve warm.

Notes

  • Use store-bought or homemade BBQ sauce depending on your preference. For a smoky flavor, choose a hickory or mesquite BBQ sauce.
  • If you want a spicier kick, consider adding sliced jalapeños before baking.
  • You can substitute the French bread with a baguette or Italian bread, but adjust the size for baking.
  • Leftover pizza can be reheated in the oven at 350°F until warmed through to maintain crispiness.

Keywords: BBQ chicken pizza, French bread pizza, quick pizza recipe, BBQ sauce pizza, easy dinner

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