FLATBREAD FAVORITE

BBQ Chicken Flatbread

Crisp naan topped with smoky barbecue sauce, shredded chicken, mozzarella, cheddar, red onion, and herbs.

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Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time12 mins
Total Time22 mins
Servings4
DifficultyEasy

Ingredients

  • 2 large flatbreads or naan breads
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish
  • Optional: sliced jalapenos

Substitutions

  • Use cooked shredded turkey in place of chicken in the same measured amount.
  • Use a gluten-free flatbread or pizza crust and follow its package baking instructions.

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven

Preheat oven to 425°F and place flatbreads on a baking sheet.

Step 2: Add sauce

Brush flatbreads lightly with olive oil, then spread barbecue sauce over the top.

Add sauce for BBQ Chicken Flatbread

Step 3: Add toppings

Top with shredded chicken, mozzarella, cheddar, and red onion.

Add toppings for BBQ Chicken Flatbread

Step 4: Bake

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until cheese melts and edges are crisp.

Bake for BBQ Chicken Flatbread

Step 5: Garnish

Add cilantro or parsley, slice, and serve warm.

Finished BBQ Chicken Flatbread ready to serve

Why This Version Is the Quick Shortcut

This is the streamlined version for already-cooked shredded chicken. It uses a simple barbecue-sauce, mozzarella, cheddar, and red-onion topping and skips the skillet-cooking, corn, and ranch steps used in the more elaborate flatbread pizza.

How to Store Leftovers

Let BBQ Chicken Flatbread cool before covering, then refrigerate the slices within 2 hours and use them within 3 to 4 days. Store any fresh herbs or cold garnishes separately so they can be added after reheating.

How to Reheat

Reheat BBQ Chicken Flatbread in a 350°F oven or air fryer until the base is crisp and the cheese is hot.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Using too much sauce or too many wet toppings.
  • Baking on a surface that was not fully preheated.
  • Adding fresh herbs before the high heat.

Nutrition Information

Nutrient Per Serving
Calories 420
Protein 25g
Carbohydrates 44g
Fat 17g
Sugar 13g

Nutrition is an estimate and can vary with brands, portion size, and substitutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know BBQ Chicken Flatbread is ready?

The exposed edges should be crisp, the cheese hot and melted, and the center of the base firm enough to lift. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until cheese melts and edges are crisp.

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