BBQ Pizza Recipe

1. Prepare the Dough:

In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in the warm water. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Make a well in the center and add the yeast mixture and olive oil.
Mix until a dough forms, then turn it out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-2 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

2. Preheat the Oven:

Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.

3. Prepare the Toppings:

If you haven’t already, cook and shred the chicken (or your choice of meat). Toss it with a little BBQ sauce to coat.
Thinly slice the red onion, bell pepper, and any other desired vegetables.

4. Assemble the Pizza:

Punch down the risen dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll it out into your desired pizza shape and thickness.
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a piece of parchment paper for easy transfer to the oven.
Spread the BBQ sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border for the crust.
Sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce.
Distribute the shredded chicken (or other meat) evenly over the cheese.
Add the sliced red onions, corn kernels, bell pepper slices, or any other toppings you desire.
Top with the remaining mozzarella cheese.

5. Bake the Pizza:

Carefully transfer the parchment paper with the pizza onto the preheated pizza stone or directly onto the oven rack.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

6. Garnish and Serve:

Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing.
Garnish with fresh chopped cilantro and drizzle with extra BBQ sauce if desired.

Spicy BBQ Pizza: Add sliced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
Vegetarian BBQ Pizza: Use tofu or tempeh as the protein and load up on your favorite vegetables.
Cheese Variations: Try using smoked gouda or cheddar cheese in addition to or instead of mozzarella for a different flavor.
Grilled BBQ Pizza: For an extra smoky flavor, cook the pizza on a grill instead of in the oven. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat, and use indirect heat to cook the pizza.

Enjoy your homemade BBQ pizza as a flavorful and satisfying meal that’s sure to please everyone at the table!