Flatbread loaded with smoky BBQ chicken, cheese, and veggies. Great for fast meals and outdoor gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Flatbread Base
01 - 2 large flatbreads, store-bought or homemade
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ BBQ Chicken Preparation
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 (optional)
14 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. If using a grill, preheat to medium-high and oil the grates.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil and sprinkle evenly with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill or pan-cook the chicken over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side, ensuring thorough cooking. Rest for 5 minutes, then shred or slice thinly.
04 - Combine shredded chicken with 2/3 cup BBQ sauce and mix until fully coated.
05 - Arrange flatbreads on a baking sheet or place directly on the grill. Brush lightly with olive oil.
06 - Evenly distribute BBQ chicken across flatbreads. Top with mozzarella cheese, red onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño slices if desired.
07 - Bake or grill for 8 to 10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbly, and edges are crisp.
08 - Remove from heat. Drizzle additional BBQ sauce and scatter chopped cilantro over the flatbreads.
09 - Slice flatbreads and serve immediately.
