How to Make BBQ Chicken Bacon Pizza

A Flavor Packed Homemade Favorite

If you're craving bold, smoky flavors and an easy homemade dinner, this BBQ chicken pizza is a must-try! Topped with juicy chicken thighs, crispy bacon, and a blend of cheeses, this bbq chicken pizza recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory, smoky, and slightly sweet in every bite. It's the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist. Plus, its ideal for weeknight dinners, game day gatherings, or weekend pizza nights.

What sets this bbq chicken and bacon pizza apart is its delicious layering of flavors. We start with a base of classic pizza dough brushed with a blend of olive oil, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Then comes a creamy spread of Boursin Garlic & Herb for an unexpected depth of flavor. We coat the crust with some tangy smoky Carolina BBQ sauce and then we add some juicy, seasoned chicken thighs cooked to perfection.

Crispy bacon adds a salty crunch that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of red onion. A generous sprinkle of shredded cheese melts into bubbly, golden perfection, creating that irresistible pizza pull we all love. Finish with some more of that garlic oil and you’ve got a homemade BBQ chicken pizza that’s better than any delivery.

This recipe is easy to customize and sure to be a family favorite. Whether you're using store-bought dough or making your own, the combination of smoky meat, creamy cheese, and tangy sauce will have everyone coming back for seconds. Don’t forget to save and share this recipe for your next pizza night!

Grocery List for BBQ Chicken and Bacon Pizza:

Chicken thighs
Pizza dough
Bacon
BBQ sauce
Boursin Garlic & Herb spread
Olive oil
Garlic powder
Italian seasoning
Shredded cheese
BBQ seasoning
Black pepper
Red onion

Tip

To get the best crust on your dough, make sure your oven is preheated to its highest temperature. If you have a pizza stone, let it sit in the oven as long as its heating (about an hour).
Sprinkle some yellow cornmeal on the bottom of your pizza stone before placing your dough. A lot of pizzerias do this to give the crust some crunch.
I usually prebake my dough before putting the toppings on for about five minutes. This ensures that I get a fairly crispy crust on the bottom without making the top soggy.

Prep Time 40 mins

Cook Time 35 mins

Rest Time 5 mins

Total Time 1 hr 20 mins

Difficulty: Beginner

Cooking Temp: 500 C

Servings: 8

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Description

If you're craving bold, smoky flavors and a hearty homemade dinner, this BBQ chicken pizza is a must-try! Topped with juicy chicken thighs, crispy bacon, and a blend of cheeses, this bbq chicken pizza recipe delivers a perfect balance of savory, smoky, and slightly sweet in every bite. It's the ultimate comfort food with a gourmet twist, ideal for weeknight dinners, game day gatherings, or weekend pizza nights.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken thighs (boneless and skinless)
1 prepared pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
4 strips bacon (chopped)
1/2 cup BBQ Sauce
2 tbsp Boursin Garlic & Herb spread
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 cup shredded cheese (mozzarella and pepper jack were my preferences)
1 tbsp BBQ seasoning
1 tsp black pepper
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 500°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven while it heats.
2
In a large bowl, season your chicken thighs with BBQ seasoning, 1/2 of the tbsp of garlic powder, and black pepper.
3
Add some olive oil to the bowl, about 1 tbsp and mix in with the seasonings.
4
Cook your chicken thighs to your preference.
5
I placed mine in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 20 minutes and let it rest for five.
6
Follow your instructions for bringing your dough out to room temperature.
7
Season your pizza stone or pan with a tbsp of yellow corn meal.
8
Add your pizza dough to the pan and partially bake for five minutes.
9
Remove the dough from the oven.
10
In a small bowl, add olive oil, remaining garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Mix until well combined.
11
Brush on top of the dough.
12
Spread Boursin Garlic & Herb all across the dough.
13
Spread the BBQ sauce evenly across the surface of the dough as well.
14
Evenly distribute the chopped chicken, crumbled bacon, and sliced red onions. Top with shredded cheeses
15
Brush the crust again with some of that garlic oil.
16
Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbling and lightly browned.
17
Let cool slightly, drizzle with extra BBQ sauce if desired, slice, and serve!

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