Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread Recipe
This Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread is savory, tangy, and loaded with melty cheese and tender chicken. A crisp, golden flatbread base gets topped with barbecue sauce, juicy chicken, and fresh herbs for a quick, flavorful meal. It’s a simple, crowd-pleasing dinner or snack that comes together in no time.
Ingredients
- 2 large flatbreads or naan
- 1 cup cooked chicken shredded or diced (rotisserie chicken works great)
- ½ cup barbecue sauce use your favorite
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- Optional toppings: sliced jalapeños cilantro, green onions, diced tomatoes
- Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: 425°F (220°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Prep the flatbread: Lightly brush each flatbread with olive oil for crispiness.
- Assemble the base: Spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce over each flatbread.
- Add chicken & cheese: Evenly distribute shredded chicken, then sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar on top.
- Add veggies: Scatter sliced onions and any optional toppings.
- Bake: Place in the oven for 10–12 minutes until cheese is melted and edges of flatbread are golden.
- Finish & serve: Remove from oven, add fresh herbs if desired, slice, and enjoy warm.
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Notes
📝 Notes
- Use cooked chicken for quick assembly and even baking.
- Store-bought or homemade flatbread both work well.
- Brush flatbread lightly with olive oil to prevent sogginess.
- Use your favorite BBQ sauce; adjust sweetness or spiciness to taste.
- Add thinly sliced red onions or peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Top with shredded mozzarella or cheddar for melty goodness.
- Bake until cheese is bubbly and edges are crisp.
- Store leftovers in the fridge up to 2 days; reheat in the oven for best texture.
🍽️ Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Calories: 480 kcal,Carbohydrates: 42 g,
Fiber: 4 g,
Sugars: 10 g,
Protein: 28 g,
Fat: 22 g,
Saturated Fat: 10 g,
Cholesterol: 80 mg,
Sodium: 720 mg,
Potassium: 480 mg,
Calcium: 220 mg,
Iron: 3 mg ```