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A close-up of a slice of Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread topped with shredded chicken, melted cheese, red onion, and cilantro.

Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread

This BBQ chicken flatbread is a fast and flavorful dish with tender chicken, gooey cheese, and a crisp base. Perfect for quick dinners or sharing, it is colorful and highly appealing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 3 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the flatbread
  • 2 flatbreads or naan
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the topping
  • 1 cup cooked shredded chicken
  • 0.5 cup barbecue sauce plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.25 cup red onion thinly sliced
For garnish
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce until evenly coated.
  3. Place flatbreads on the baking sheet and brush lightly with olive oil.
  4. Spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce over each flatbread.
  5. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the base.
  6. Evenly distribute the barbecue chicken and sliced red onion over each flatbread.
  7. Top with the remaining cheese.
  8. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the edges are crisp and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh cilantro and a light drizzle of barbecue sauce.
  10. Slice and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

For extra crispiness, bake the flatbread for 2 minutes before adding toppings.