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BBQ Chicken Flatbread Recipe

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This BBQ Chicken Flatbread is a quick and flavorful meal combining smoky BBQ sauce, tender grilled chicken, colorful bell peppers, and melty Colby Jack cheese on a crispy flatbread crust. Perfect for a casual dinner or entertaining, it bakes in just minutes for a delicious, crowd-pleasing dish that’s easy to customize.

Ingredients

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Flatbread & Sauce

  • 2 flatbread crusts, store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup BBQ sauce

Protein & Cheese

  • 2 cups diced grilled chicken or shredded rotisserie chicken
  • 3 cups shredded Colby Jack cheese

Vegetables & Garnishes

  • 1 cup chopped bell peppers
  • Thinly sliced green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a pizza stone inside if using, to heat up while the oven warms, ensuring an even crisp on the flatbread base.
  2. Prepare Baking Sheets: Lightly dust two baking sheets with cornmeal to prevent sticking, then arrange the flatbread crusts evenly on each sheet.
  3. Spread BBQ Sauce: Divide the BBQ sauce evenly between the two flatbreads. Spread it out across the surface, leaving a small border along the edges to create a neat crust.
  4. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly over the sauced flatbreads, covering them thoroughly but leaving some space at the edges.
  5. Top with Chicken and Peppers: Distribute the diced grilled chicken evenly over the cheese, followed by scattering chopped bell peppers on top for added crunch and color.
  6. Bake: Place the baking sheets in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 14 minutes, until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden, and the edges of the flatbreads are crisp and golden brown.
  7. Rest and Garnish: Remove the flatbreads from the oven and let them rest for 1 to 2 minutes to cool slightly. Garnish with thinly sliced green onions for a fresh, zesty finish.
  8. Slice and Serve: Slice the flatbreads into portions and serve immediately while warm, enjoying the perfect combination of textures and flavors.

Notes

  • You can substitute Colby Jack cheese with mozzarella or a blend of your favorite cheeses for different flavors.
  • If you prefer spicier BBQ, add a sprinkle of chili flakes or a few slices of jalapeño on top before baking.
  • For homemade flatbread, you can make a quick dough or use naan as an alternative base.
  • Leftover flatbread can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for a crispy finish.
  • Adding fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley as garnish can enhance freshness.

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