Description
This Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread recipe offers a quick and delicious meal featuring crispy flatbread topped with saucy shredded chicken, melted mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and fresh red onion. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or casual get-together, it’s better than takeout and ready in just 22 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 flatbreads or naan (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or garlic butter (optional, for brushing base)
Chicken Topping
- 1 cup cooked shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works best)
- ½ cup BBQ sauce plus extra for drizzling
Cheese Topping
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Additional Toppings
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro or parsley
- Optional: pickled jalapeños, bacon bits, crispy fried onions
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil to ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with ½ cup BBQ sauce, mixing well until the chicken is evenly coated with the sauce.
- Prep the Flatbreads: Place the flatbreads on the prepared baking sheet and brush them lightly with olive oil or garlic butter to help create a crispy base and add flavor.
- Layer the Base: Optionally spread a thin layer of BBQ sauce over each flatbread for an extra boost of flavor.
- Assemble the Flatbreads: Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese evenly over the flatbread base, then top with the BBQ-coated shredded chicken and red onion slices. Finally, add the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges of the flatbreads are golden brown and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly browned.
- Finish and Garnish: Remove the flatbreads from the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped cilantro or parsley. Add any additional optional toppings such as pickled jalapeños, bacon bits, crispy fried onions, or a drizzle of extra BBQ sauce.
- Serve: Slice the flatbreads and serve immediately while hot and melty for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken saves time and adds great flavor.
- Brush the flatbread base with olive oil or garlic butter to prevent sogginess and enhance crispiness.
- Feel free to customize toppings with your favorites like jalapeños, bacon, or fried onions.
- This dish can be prepared ahead by assembling but bake just before serving for optimum crispness.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the oven to maintain texture rather than the microwave.
