BBQ Chicken Bacon Pizza Recipe
If you love a delicious pizza that’s loaded with flavor, this BBQ chicken bacon pizza is the one you’ll want to make again and again. With shredded chicken breast, crispy bacon, red onion, and melty mozzarella cheese layered on top of a soft yet chewy pizza crust, it’s the perfect easy weeknight dinner or fun pizza night meal for the whole family.
The best part? You can use my easy pizza dough recipe or grab your favorite brand of store-bought crust to make this a simple recipe that still tastes like it came from your local pizza place.
Why You’ll Love This Pizza
- Perfect balance of smoky, savory, and cheesy flavors.
- Tender shredded chicken breast with crispy bacon and sweet red onions.
- Gooey mozzarella cheese melts perfectly with tangy barbecue sauce.
- Easy to make with homemade or store-bought pizza crust.
- Great for busy weeknights or fun pizza night with the whole family.
- Loaded with plenty of cheese and bold flavors everyone will love.
Ingredients for BBQ Chicken Pizza with Bacon
- My homemade pizza crust (or store-bought)
- 3/4 cup chicken breast, shredded, fully cooked (or leftover rotisserie chicken/leftover chicken)
- Fresh mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced from the ball (or a mix of mozzarella and gouda cheese/cheddar cheese for extra flavor)
- 3–4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped and cooked until crispy bacon (or pre-cooked bacon)
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (Sweet Baby Ray or your favorite BBQ sauce, or make homemade BBQ sauce)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced (caramelize if you like caramelized onions)
- 1/4–1/3 cup parmesan cheese, shredded
How to Make BBQ Chicken Bacon Pizza
- Follow my simple recipe for pizza dough made with all-purpose flour or use store-bought crust. Roll it out on a floured surface to fit your pizza stone, baking sheet, or cast iron skillet.
- Cook chopped bacon over medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels. Shred your cooked chicken breast. If you like, caramelize your red onions in a bit of butter until soft and sweet.
- Place the dough on your baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread an even layer of BBQ sauce (or homemade BBQ sauce). Layer with shredded chicken, red onion, crispy bacon, and slices of mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the top with shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 500°F until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly—about 10–14 minutes.
- Slice up your assembled pizza and serve warm. Leftovers store well in an airtight container for next day pizza cravings.
FAQs
What Sauce Goes on Barbecue Chicken Pizza?
Barbecue chicken pizza typically uses a tangy, smoky BBQ sauce instead of traditional tomato or pizza sauce. You can use your favorite store-bought brand like Sweet Baby Ray’s or make your own homemade BBQ sauce for a fresh, flavorful base that pairs perfectly with the chicken, bacon, and cheese.
Should you Cook Bacon Before you Put it on Pizza?
Yes! Cooking bacon before adding it to your pizza ensures it’s crispy and flavorful. It also helps prevent the pizza from getting soggy by removing excess fat and moisture. Cook it until golden brown, then drain on paper towels before sprinkling on your pizza.
What Toppings go on BBQ Meat Pizza?
BBQ meat pizza usually includes shredded chicken breast, crispy bacon, and sometimes other meats like pulled pork or sausage. Common toppings also include red onions (raw or caramelized), plenty of mozzarella cheese, and a sprinkle of parmesan or cheddar for extra flavor. The key is balancing smoky, savory meats with gooey cheese and tangy BBQ sauce.
Give this BBQ chicken bacon pizza a try next time you want a tasty, easy meal that everyone will enjoy. With its smoky sauce, melty cheese, and crispy bacon, it’s sure to become a favorite for pizza night or any night you want something quick and delicious. Plus, it’s easy to customize with your favorite toppings and perfect for using up leftover chicken. Happy cooking!
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BBQ Chicken Bacon Pizza Recipe
Ingredients
- My homemade pizza crust or store-bought
- 3/4 cup chicken breast shredded, fully cooked
- Fresh mozzarella cheese thinly sliced from the ball
- 3 –4 slices thick-cut bacon chopped and cooked until crispy bacon
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce Sweet Baby Ray or your favorite BBQ sauce, or make homemade BBQ sauce
- 1/2 red onion thinly sliced (caramelize if you like caramelized onions)
- 1/4 –1/3 cup parmesan cheese shredded
Instructions
- Follow my simple recipe for pizza dough made with all-purpose flour or use store-bought crust. Roll it out on a floured surface to fit your pizza stone, baking sheet, or cast iron skillet.
- Cook chopped bacon over medium heat until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels. Shred your cooked chicken breast. If you like, caramelize your red onions in a bit of butter until soft and sweet.
- Place the dough on your baking sheet or pizza stone. Spread an even layer of BBQ sauce (or homemade BBQ sauce). Layer with shredded chicken, red onion, crispy bacon, and slices of mozzarella cheese. Sprinkle the top with shredded Parmesan cheese.
- Bake at 500°F until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly—about 10–14 minutes.
- Slice up your assembled pizza and serve warm. Leftovers store well in an airtight container for next day pizza cravings.
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I’m Sarah, the creator of Rocky Hedge Farm, where I share my love for simple living, homemade meals, and creating a cozy home. As a wife and mother, I’m passionate about slowing down, cooking from scratch, and finding joy in the everyday moments of life. From DIY projects and family-friendly recipes, I hope to inspire others to embrace a life rooted in simplicity and warmth.
