Description
This BBQ Chicken Flatbread is a quick and delicious meal featuring a crispy prebaked flatbread topped with smoky BBQ sauce, tender chicken, red onions, and a blend of smoked gouda and mozzarella cheeses. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s perfect for a flavorful weeknight dinner or casual gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Sauce and Chicken Mixture
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce, divided, plus extra for drizzling
- 1 cup diced or shredded cooked chicken
Flatbread and Toppings
- 1 (7-ounce) prebaked flatbread, approximately 12×7 inches
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 3 ounces smoked gouda cheese, shredded
- 3 ounces mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to prepare for crisping the flatbread and melting the toppings.
- Mix Chicken with BBQ Sauce: In a bowl, combine ½ cup of the BBQ sauce with the diced or shredded cooked chicken, ensuring the chicken is evenly coated to infuse flavor.
- Start Flatbread Crisping: Place the prebaked flatbread directly on the oven grates and bake for 3 minutes. This initial step crisps the base for a better texture. Carefully remove the flatbread using oven mitts and place it on a sheet pan for easy topping.
- Assemble the Flatbread: Brush the remaining ¼ cup of BBQ sauce evenly over the flatbread. Sprinkle half of the sliced red onion and half of the shredded cheeses (both gouda and mozzarella) over the sauce. Distribute the BBQ-coated chicken evenly on top, then top with the remaining onions and cheeses to create a deliciously layered effect.
- Bake to Melt Cheese: Return the topped flatbread to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the flatbread from the oven and cut it into 8 pieces. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and drizzle with extra BBQ sauce if desired. Serve immediately while warm and enjoy.
Notes
- Using a prebaked flatbread helps achieve a crispy crust without additional cooking time.
- If you prefer, substitute the chicken with cooked pulled pork or tofu for variation.
- Fresh cilantro adds a bright finishing touch but can be omitted if you prefer.
- Keep an eye on the flatbread during baking to prevent overcooking or burning.
- Extra BBQ sauce for drizzling adds moisture and an extra layer of flavor.
