Smoky BBQ chicken, gooey cheese, fresh veggies, and crisp flatbread—quick, flavorful, and ideal for busy evenings.
# Ingredient List:
→ Flatbread Base
01 - 2 large flatbreads
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ BBQ Chicken
03 - 2 small boneless, skinless chicken breasts
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
08 - 2/3 cup BBQ sauce plus extra for drizzling
→ Toppings
09 - 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
11 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
13 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced
14 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F or heat grill to medium-high and oil the grates.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and evenly sprinkle with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill or pan-cook chicken over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side or until thoroughly cooked. Rest 5 minutes, then shred or thinly slice.
04 - Coat shredded chicken in 2/3 cup BBQ sauce to ensure even coverage.
05 - Arrange flatbreads on a baking sheet or directly on the grill and lightly brush with olive oil.
06 - Distribute BBQ chicken evenly over flatbreads and layer with mozzarella cheese, red onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño slices if desired.
07 - Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese melts and edges become crisp.
08 - Remove from heat, drizzle with additional BBQ sauce, sprinkle chopped cilantro, and slice to serve immediately.
