Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Pizza Recipe
Are you bored with the same old pizza toppings? Here's a delicious Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Pizza recipe you won't want to miss! With savory chicken, sweet pineapple, and tangy barbecue sauce, this pizza will transport your taste buds straight to Hawaii's beaches. Plus, it's easy to make at home. Let's get cooking! Grab some ingredients and get started!The Origin of Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Pizza:Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Pizza's origins are somewhat disputed. Many people believe it was invented in Hawaii, while others believe it was created by a California restaurant. No matter where it comes from, it has become a popular topping for pizza all over the world.
Ingredients
- 2 cups cooked BBQ chicken
- pizza dough
- ¾ cup BBQ sauce
- 1 cup pineapple chunks
- 1 bell pepper diced into small pieces(optional)
- 1 red onion
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- cilantro
Ingredients for pizza dough
- 1-1/2 cup warm water
- 1 tsp. sugar
- 2 tbsp. active dry yeast
- 1 tsp. salt
- 2 tbsp. oil
- 3-1/2 cup all-purpose flour
Ingredients for BBQ Chicken:
- 4 boneless, chicken breast
- 2 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Instruction Pizza Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the yeast, sugar, and warm water to make the pizza dough.
- Until the mixture becomes foamy, let it sit for five to ten minutes.
- Mix the flour and salt together until a dough forms.
- For a smooth and elastic dough, knead it on a floured surface for 5-10 minutes.
- Cover the dough with a damp towel and let it rise for 1-2 hours in a greased bowl.
Instructions for BBQ Chicken:
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder on the chicken breasts.
- To prevent sticking, brush olive oil on both sides of each chicken breast.
- Grill the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F/75°C.
- After the chicken has been grilled, let it rest for 5 minutes before cutting into diced.
Instructions for Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Pizza:
- Pre-heat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Roll out the pizza dough on a floured surface until it’s about 12 inches in diameter.
- Spread the BBQ sauce evenly over the dough leaving some space around the edge for the crust.
- Add shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the sauce.
- Distribute cooked diced bbq chicken, and top with sliced red onion rings, bell pepper cubes and pineapple chunks.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and cilantro over the top.
- Bake in preheated oven until crust is golden brown and cheese is melted (about 15 minutes).
- Remove from oven, slice into pieces using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
- Enjoy! The best Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Pizza.