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Crispy Cast-Iron BBQ Chicken Pizza

Crispy Cast-Iron BBQ Chicken Pizza

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  • Author: Maria
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Oven
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Crispy Cast-Iron BBQ Chicken Pizza is inspired by CPK and packed with flavor! The crispy crust, melted cheese, smoky gouda, and tangy BBQ chicken come together to create a pizza you’ll want to make every week. Top it off with fresh scallions and cilantro for the perfect bite!


Ingredients

  • For the Pizza:

    • 2 Tbsp DeLallo Private Reserve Extra Virgin Olive Oil

    • 1 DeLallo Italian Pizza Dough Kit

    • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce, divided

    • 1 chicken breast, roasted and shredded (instructions below)

    • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella

    • 1/2 cup smoked gouda, shredded

    • 1/2 medium red onion, thinly sliced

    • 2 scallions, thinly sliced

    • Fresh cilantro, for serving

 
  • To Roast Chicken:

    • 1 Tbsp olive oil

    • 1/2 tsp kosher salt

    • 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper


Instructions

  • Make the Pizza Dough:

    • In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour mix and yeast packet from the DeLallo Italian Pizza Dough Kit with 1 ¼ cups of lukewarm water. Stir with a fork until the dough begins to form. Knead by hand for 3 minutes, or until smooth. Transfer to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes or until doubled (can refrigerate for up to 3 days).

  • Make the BBQ Chicken:

    • Shred the roasted chicken and place it in a small bowl. Pour ¼ cup BBQ sauce over it and mix well. Set aside.

  • Preheat the Oven and Roll Out the Dough:

    • Preheat the oven to 500°F. Place a 12-inch cast iron skillet inside and heat for at least 10 minutes. Roll out the dough to your desired thickness. For this recipe, use about ¼ of the prepared dough.

  • Assemble the BBQ Chicken Pizza:

    • Drizzle 2 Tbsp of olive oil in the hot skillet, then carefully place the rolled dough on top. Spread the remaining ¼ cup BBQ sauce evenly over the dough. Add the shredded BBQ chicken, then top with mozzarella, smoked gouda, and thinly sliced red onion.

  • Cook the Pizza:

    • Carefully transfer the skillet to the oven and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is crispy and the cheese is melted.

 

  • Cool Slightly and Slice:

    • Remove the pizza from the skillet using a thin metal spatula. Place it on a cutting board. Garnish with sliced scallions and fresh cilantro, then slice and serve immediately!


Notes

  • To Roast Chicken: Preheat oven to 400°F. Season the chicken breast with 1 Tbsp olive oil, ½ tsp kosher salt, and ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper. Roast until the internal temperature reaches 165°F, about 20 minutes for boneless breast or 30-35 minutes for bone-in.

 

  • To Shred Chicken Easily: After roasting, discard skin and bone. Place the chicken in a stand mixer with a paddle attachment, shred at low speed, then increase to medium speed until fully shredded.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 slices
  • Calories: 547
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Sodium: 1290
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 41g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 33g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg