BBQ Chicken Flatbread
BBQ Chicken Flatbread is a mouthwatering dish that brings together smoky BBQ chicken, melted cheese, and fresh toppings on a crispy flatbread base. Perfect for casual dinners or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, this recipe is quick to prepare and customizable to suit your taste. With every bite, you’ll savor a delightful blend of flavors reminiscent of summer barbecues.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup BBQ sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 4 flatbreads (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped, optional)
- 2 tsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove from skillet and shred or chop the chicken.
- Combine shredded chicken with BBQ sauce in a bowl until well coated.
- Arrange flatbreads on the prepared baking sheet. Top with BBQ chicken mixture, shredded cheese, and red onion slices.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges are golden brown. Garnish with cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 flatbread (approximately 230g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: - To enhance flavor, marinate the chicken in BBQ sauce for at least 30 minutes before cooking. - Customize toppings by adding jalapeños, bell peppers, or different cheeses. - Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes.