This BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe combines sweet BBQ sauce, tender chicken, melty cheese, pineapple, and bacon for a delicious meal that’s so easy to make!
author’s note
My Most-Requested Pizza Recipe. Period.
I’m all about BBQ chicken on everything, so the moment I finally perfected my homemade simple pizza dough, I knew the very first pizza I had to make was a BBQ Chicken Pizza. I’ve been tinkering with the perfect BBQ pizza combo for years, and this is the one that checks every single box for me.
And yes, I know the pineapple-on-pizza debate is real. I get it! People feel very strongly. But when it comes to BBQ chicken pizza, pineapple absolutely belongs there. The sweetness with the smoky sauce and the salty bacon is just too good.
Top everything with my homemade BBQ sauce (or your favorite store-bought one if that’s what you have on hand) and you’ve got what just might be the best pizza combo ever. It’s the one my family asks for over and over again, and the smell alone is enough to bring everyone into the kitchen before it even comes out of the oven.
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Helpful Swaps or Tips |
|---|---|
| Pizza Dough | Use store-bought, homemade, or a pre-baked crust for faster prep. |
| BBQ Sauce | Any brand works. Baby Ray’s is my fave when I don’t make my own. |
| Rotisserie Chicken | Shredded chicken thighs or pulled BBQ pork both work in this BBQ chicken pizza recipe. |
| Pineapple | Fresh is best. Canned works if well drained. Skip if you’re team “no pineapple.” |
| Red Onion | Slice very thin so it softens in the oven. Leave off if preferred. |
| Monterey Jack & Mozzarella | Shred cheese fresh for the smoothest melt. |
| Bacon | Microwave bacon works great. Turkey bacon is another option. |
| Jalapeño | Add after baking for a fresh crunch or skip for less heat. |
How to Make BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
- Prep pan: Lightly grease your pan and sprinkle with cornmeal for a crisp bottom.
- Shape the dough: Spread or stretch dough into a 12-inch round.
- Sauce it: Spread BBQ sauce evenly, leaving a small border.
- Toppings: Add chicken or pork, onion, pineapple, bacon, jalapeño, and both cheeses.
- Bake: Follow your dough’s baking instructions. Bake and enjoy!
Recipe Tips
- Prep Ahead: Shred chicken in advance and store it in the fridge for quicker assembly.
- Even Sauce Distribution: Spread BBQ sauce evenly over the dough—too much sauce can make this BBQ Chicken Pizza recipe soggy!
- Toppings: Avoid overloading the pizza with too many toppings or wet ingredients. Less is more to prevent a soggy pizza.
Storage
Reheating Leftover BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
- Stovetop: Heat in a skillet for a crispy base.
- Oven: Reheat at 350°F for 7 minutes.
- Microwave: Quick, but the crust won’t stay crisp.
More Easy BBQ Chicken Recipes:
BBQ Chicken Pizza
Video
Equipment
- Pizza pan 12-inch
Ingredients
- Cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
- 1 batch pizza dough homemade or store-bought, for a 12-inch round pizza
- 1/3 cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup rotisserie chicken shredded, or BBQ pulled pork
- 1/4 of a small red onion optional
- 1/4 cup fresh pineapple chopped to small pieces
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese see note 1
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese see note 1
- 3 slices cooked bacon diced, optional; microwave bacon works great
- 1 jalapeño thinly sliced, optional
- Fresh cilantro for topping, optional
Instructions
- Follow pizza dough directions for preheating oven. Lightly grease a 12-inch pizza pan with cooking spray. Sprinkle cornmeal evenly over the pan and tap off any excess.
- Spread pizza dough onto the prepared pan, forming a 12-inch round.
- Spread BBQ sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust. Top with shredded chicken (or pork), red onion slices, pineapple, and jalapeños if using. Sprinkle Monterey Jack and mozzarella evenly on top. Add crumbled bacon if desired.
- Follow pizza dough package instructions for baking time and temperature.
- Once baked, remove pizza from oven and top with fresh cilantro, if using. Slice and serve.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
