BBQ Chicken Flatbread (Printable View)
Tangy BBQ sauce, tender chicken, melty cheese, and fresh veggies on warm flatbread.
# Ingredient List:
→ Proteins
01 - 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded or diced
→ Flatbread Base
02 - 2 large flatbreads or naan (about 8-10 inches each)
→ Sauces
03 - 1/2 cup BBQ sauce (plus more for drizzling)
→ Dairy
04 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
→ Vegetables
06 - 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
07 - 1/3 cup sliced fresh jalapeños (optional)
→ Garnishes
08 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place the flatbreads on the prepared baking sheet. Spread each flatbread evenly with BBQ sauce, leaving a small border around the edges.
03 - Distribute the shredded chicken evenly over the BBQ sauce on both flatbreads.
04 - Sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the chicken.
05 - Top with sliced red onions and jalapeños, if using.
06 - Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are golden.
07 - Remove from oven. Drizzle with extra BBQ sauce and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Slice and serve hot.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- It transforms leftover chicken into something that feels indulgent but comes together in under 30 minutes
- The combination of tangy BBQ sauce and melty cheese hits that perfect sweet spot between comfort food and something a little special
02 -
- Do not overload your flatbread with toppings or the middle will get soggy while the edges burn
- Letting the flatbread cool for just 2 minutes after baking makes slicing so much cleaner
03 -
- Place the baking sheet on the lowest rack for the crispiest bottom crust
- Room temperature flatbreads bake more evenly than cold ones straight from the fridge