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cooked BBQ chicken bacon pizza on pizza peel

BBQ Chicken Bacon Pizza

If you love the smoky flavor of BBQ, the savory taste of chicken, and the flavor burst of bacon, then BBQ Chicken Bacon Pizza is the perfect homemade pizza for you. This delicious pizza is a fantastic blend of these flavors, all brought together on a perfectly baked potato flake sourdough crust. Whether you're hosting a pizza night, having a family dinner, or just craving something special, this is sure to become a new favorite pizza recipe!
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Servings 1 Medium/Large pizza

Equipment

  • Skillet (cast iron skillet or non-stick)
  • Pizza stone (sheet pan can work if you don't have a pizza stone)
  • Pizza Cutter
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Cheese grater (if shredding fresh mozzarella cheese)
  • Pizza peel (optional, but very useful)

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup BBQ sauce -divided
  • 1 cup Cooked chicken
  • 6 slices Bacon
  • 1 1/2 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 of a Red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 Tablespoon Olive oil or butter for brushing the crust optional, add 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder for more flavor

Instructions
 

  • Follow the directions of the pizza dough you have chosen.
  • Preheat your oven to 450°F. If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up as well.
  • Place dough in the oven to parr bake according to your doughs directions.
  • If your chicken isn't already cooked, cook the chicken.
  • Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Alternatively, as mentioned above make perfectly crispy bacon by baking in the oven. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, then crumble into pieces.
  • My little secret to making the best caramelized onions is by cooking it in bacon fat. Using some reserved bacon grease from cooking the bacon, saute the red onion in a skillet until fragrant and caramelized. Set aside.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, shred or dice it into bite-sized pieces. In the skillet add about 1/4-1/2 cup BBQ sauce. Enough to toss the chicken in. Set aside.
  • Place a layer of about 1 cup of mozzarella cheese on the pizza crust. Evenly distribute the BBQ chicken, crumbled bacon, and red onion over the mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese and cheddar cheese on top.
  • Drizzle the remaining BBQ sauce over the pizza in a swirling type pattern.
  • Lightly brush the exposed edges of the crust with olive oil for a golden-brown finish.
  • Carefully transfer the assembled pizza using a pizza peel to the preheated oven onto the hot pizza stone.
  • Bake pizza for 10-12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  • Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice, and serve.

Notes

Tips for the Best BBQ Chicken Bacon Pizza
Storing Leftover Pizza: If you happen to have leftover pizza, allow it to cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat the pizza by preheating the oven and pizza stone to 350°F. Once heated, place the leftover pizza on the pizza stone and bake until heated through. Alternatively, you could reheat in a toaster oven or even a microwave, but the results will not be near as good.
Customize the BBQ Sauce: Try different BBQ sauces for varied flavors. Sweet, smoky, or spicy sauces can change the entire flavor profile of the pizza.
Cheese Blend: Experiment with different cheese blends for unique flavors. Gouda or smoked provolone can add a delicious twist.
Precook Toppings: Make sure to precook the chicken and bacon to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat.
Hot Pizza Stone: Using a preheated pizza stone helps achieve a crispy crust.