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BBQ Chicken Pizza

Cultural Context

BBQ Chicken Pizza originated in the United States in the 1980s, combining the classic flavors of barbecue with the beloved pizza format. It quickly became a favorite in pizzerias and homes alike, symbolizing the fusion of American culinary traditions. Today, variations abound, with different sauces and toppings, making it a popular choice for gatherings and casual dining.

AmericanUSmain
40 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
400 grams warm water
6 grams instant yeast
20 grams sugar
20 grams olive oil
680 grams strong all-purpose flour or bread flour
16 grams salt
2 chicken breast fillets (8 ounces each)
10 grams salt (for chicken)
2 grams black pepper (for chicken)
3 grams garlic powder (for chicken)
10 grams olive oil (for chicken)
10 grams brown sugar (for chicken)
3 grams liquid smoke (for chicken)
400 grams ketchup
75 grams Worcestershire sauce
60 grams cider vinegar
40 grams hot sauce
5 grams garlic powder (for sauce)
5 grams onion powder (for sauce)
2 grams black pepper (for sauce)
5 grams chili powder or smoked paprika (for sauce)
150 grams molasses
150 grams brown sugar (for sauce)
200 grams pineapple juice

BBQ sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade BBQ sauce

💰Cheaper: ketchup + vinegar

Homemade BBQ sauce can reduce sugar and preservatives.

mozzarella cheese

🥗Healthier: part-skim mozzarella

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Part-skim mozzarella reduces fat while maintaining flavor.

cooked chicken

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken breast

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Grilled chicken is leaner, while canned is budget-friendly.

red onion

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: white onion

Green onions add freshness, while white onions are more economical.

1

Combine warm water, instant yeast, sugar, and olive oil in a stand mixer bowl.

2

Add strong all-purpose flour and salt, then mix on medium speed for about 3 minutes until cohesive.

3

Knead by hand for 4-5 minutes until not sticky, then round the dough and place in a bowl covered with a lid.

4

Let dough rise for 1 hour until increased in size by 30-50%.

5

Cut dough into four pieces of about 275 grams each and shape into balls.

6

Place shaped dough on a lightly oiled sheet tray and wrap with plastic wrap, refrigerate overnight or longer.

7

After fermentation, bring dough to room temperature.

8

Pound chicken fillets thin to ensure even cooking, then marinate with salt, pepper, garlic powder, olive oil, brown sugar, and liquid smoke for 30-40 minutes.

9

Combine ingredients for barbecue sauce in a pot and bring to a hard simmer, then reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes until thickened.

10

Grill marinated chicken on high heat for 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

11

Remove chicken from grill and chop into pieces.

Cooking Techniques

bakingtopping

Equipment Needed

stand mixercutting boardmedium bowlsheet trayplastic wrapgrillpot

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Barbecue Chicken PizzaBBQ Chicken Flatbread

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