California Chicken Pizza
Experience a burst of bold, West Coast-inspired flavors with this irresistible California Chicken Pizza! Crafted on a perfectly crispy, golden crust, this vibrant pizza is layered with tangy barbecue sauce, tender shredded chicken, and melty mozzarella cheese. Sweet cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions, and creamy avocado slices add a medley of textures and colors, while a final sprinkle of fresh cilantro elevates each bite with zesty brightness. Perfectly cooked in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make pizza is ideal for busy weeknights or casual weekend gatherings. Whether you're a BBQ lover or simply looking for a unique twist on classic pizza, this recipe delivers a delightful blend of fresh ingredients and comforting flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 ball (12-inch size) Pizza dough
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast (shredded or cubed)
- 1 cup Barbecue sauce
- 1.5 cups Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 0.5 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cup Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 2 tablespoons Cilantro (chopped)
- 1 whole Avocado (sliced)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Cornmeal (for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). Place a pizza stone or baking sheet in the oven to heat up.
On a clean surface, sprinkle cornmeal and stretch or roll the pizza dough into a 12-inch circle.
Brush the surface of the pizza dough with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prevent sogginess.
Spread barbecue sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges for the crust.
Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the barbecue sauce.
Evenly distribute the cooked chicken, red onion slices, and cherry tomato halves on top of the cheese.
Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella cheese over the toppings.
Carefully transfer the pizza to the preheated stone or baking sheet (use a pizza peel if available). Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling.
While the pizza bakes, toss the avocado slices in the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and season with salt and black pepper.
Once the pizza is done, remove it from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes.
Top the pizza with fresh avocado slices and chopped cilantro for added flavor and brightness.
Slice into wedges and serve immediately. Enjoy your California Chicken Pizza!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 101.9 g | 131% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 7530 mg | 327% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.2 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.4 g | 94% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.2 g | ||
| Protein | 139.5 g | 279% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1084 mg | 83% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 2739 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
