Flatbread pairs smoky BBQ chicken, melty cheese, and fresh veggies for easy meals or outdoor dining.
# What You'll Need:
→ Flatbread Base
01 - 2 large store-bought or homemade flatbreads
02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
→ BBQ Chicken
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 red onion, thinly sliced
11 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
12 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
13 - 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
14 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). For outdoor cooking, set grill to medium-high heat and oil the grates.
02 - Brush chicken breasts with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Grill or cook chicken in a pan over medium-high heat for 5 to 6 minutes per side, until fully cooked. Let rest for 5 minutes, then shred or slice thinly.
04 - Toss shredded chicken with 2/3 cup BBQ sauce until fully coated.
05 - Arrange flatbreads on a baking sheet or directly on the grill. Brush lightly with remaining olive oil.
06 - Distribute BBQ chicken evenly over the 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 bubbling and crust is crisp.
08 - Remove from heat. Drizzle with extra BBQ sauce, sprinkle with chopped cilantro, slice, and serve immediately.
