Capture the essence of California Pizza Kitchen’s BBQ Chicken Pizza with this homemade version. A crispy crust topped with tangy barbecue sauce, tender chicken, red onions, and melted cheese make for a delicious pizza experience.
Homemade California BBQ Chicken Pizza
Creating an exact replica of a restaurant's proprietary recipe can be quite challenging due to unique ingredients and preparation methods. However, I can provide you with a simplified homemade version inspired by the California Pizza Kitchen BBQ Chicken Pizza. While this won't be an exact match, it will capture the essence of the flavors you love. Here's a recipe for a BBQ Chicken Pizza you can make at home:
Equipment
- oven
- rolling pin
- knife
- grill
Ingredients
- pizza dough
- shredded chicken
- barbecue sauce
- mozzarella cheese
- fresh cilantro
- onion
- olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven according to the pizza dough instructions, typically around 425°F (220°C)
- Grill or roast chicken until fully cooked. Shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces. You can season it with a bit of salt and pepper for extra flavor.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness. If you're using store-bought dough, follow the package instructions.
- Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone, baking sheet, or pizza pan.Brush the dough with a thin layer of olive oil to create a barrier between the sauce and the crust.
- Spread the barbecue sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a border around the edges for the crust.
- Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.Distribute the shredded chicken evenly on top of the cheese.
- Scatter the thinly sliced red onion over the chicken.
- Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake according to the dough instructions, usually about 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Once the pizza is out of the oven, sprinkle chopped cilantro leaves over the top for a burst of fresh flavor.
- Let the pizza cool slightly before slicing it into pieces.Serve the homemade BBQ Chicken Pizza hot and enjoy!
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Notes
- You can customize this recipe by adding other toppings such as cooked bacon, sliced bell peppers, or even pineapple for a Hawaiian twist.
- Experiment with different types of cheese or barbecue sauces to suit your taste.
- This homemade version aims to capture the essence of California Pizza Kitchen's BBQ Chicken Pizza, but it won't be an exact replica due to differences in equipment and ingredients.
- Adjust quantities based on the size of your pizza and personal preferences.
Nutrition
Serving: 800g
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