Description

This BBQ Chicken Flatbread is a quick and delicious meal perfect for lunch or dinner. Featuring a crispy flatbread base topped with tangy barbecue sauce, shredded chicken, melted mozzarella cheese, and fresh red onions, it’s a flavorful and satisfying dish that comes together in just 15 minutes. Garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley, this flatbread offers an easy way to enjoy classic BBQ flavors in a handheld pizza-style meal.

Ingredients

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Flatbread Base

1 flatbread (naan or your choice)
1 teaspoon olive oil (optional, for brushing crust)

BBQ Chicken Topping

1 cup cooked shredded chicken
1/3 cup barbecue sauce
3/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the flatbread on the prepared baking sheet to get ready for topping and baking.
Prepare BBQ Chicken: Shred the cooked chicken and toss it with a few tablespoons of barbecue sauce until the chicken is well coated in the sauce, enabling rich flavor in every bite.
Spread BBQ Sauce: Evenly spread the remaining barbecue sauce over the flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent sogginess and create a nice crust.
Assemble Toppings: Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauced flatbread, then add the barbecue-coated chicken on top. Distribute the thinly sliced red onions evenly across the flatbread to add a sharp, fresh contrast.
Bake the Flatbread: Place the assembled flatbread in the preheated oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden and the edges of the flatbread are crisp and golden browned.
Garnish and Serve: Remove the flatbread from the oven and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish. Slice into portions and serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

Notes

You can use naan, pita, or any flatbread of your choice as the base.
For extra crispiness, brush the edges of the flatbread with olive oil before baking.
Use pre-cooked chicken to speed up preparation time; rotisserie chicken works great.
Feel free to customize toppings by adding sliced jalapeños, bell peppers, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for heat.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheated in the oven for best texture.