Low Sodium BBQ Chicken Pizza
Satisfy your pizza cravings with this flavorful and heart-healthy **Low Sodium BBQ Chicken Pizza**! Made with a wholesome whole wheat crust and topped with a tangy, low sodium homemade BBQ sauce, this recipe is proof that you don't have to sacrifice flavor to eat mindfully. Juicy shredded chicken, a mouthwatering blend of Monterey Jack and mozzarella cheese, and the subtle crunch of thinly sliced red onions come together to create a symphony of textures and tastes. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a bright, herbaceous touch, this pizza is ready in just 35 minutes from prep to table and perfect for sharing. Ideal for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this guilt-free twist on a classic BBQ chicken pizza offers all the satisfaction with none of the excess sodium.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Whole wheat pizza dough
- 1 cup Low sodium homemade BBQ sauce
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
- 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Cornmeal
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
Lightly dust a pizza peel or baking sheet with cornmeal to prevent sticking. This will also give the crust a nice texture.
Roll out the whole wheat pizza dough into a 12-inch circle on a floured surface.
Transfer the dough to the cornmeal-dusted pizza peel or baking sheet.
Brush the dough with olive oil, focusing on the edges to create a golden crust when baked.
Spread the low sodium homemade BBQ sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Distribute the shredded chicken evenly over the BBQ sauce.
Evenly sprinkle the Monterey Jack and mozzarella cheeses over the chicken and sauce.
Add thinly sliced red onions on top of the cheese.
Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 15-20 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 couple of minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro before slicing and serving.
Cut the pizza into 8 slices and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2540 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 97.4 g | 125% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.0 g | 205% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 391 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3432 mg | 149% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 258.3 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.5 g | 130% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.3 g | ||
| Protein | 170.4 g | 341% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 1774 mg | 136% | |
| Iron | 14.7 mg | 82% | |
| Potassium | 1767 mg | 38% | |
*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.
