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Copycat BBQ Chicken Pizza with Smoky Corn Relish

A copycat recipe for a famous street-food classic, BBQ Chicken Pizza, with the added twist of smoky corn relish. Enjoy the perfect balance of flavors and textures with this crowd-pleasing dish that's sure to become a Friday night favorite.

Time: Prep: 20 minutes - Cook: 15 minutes - Total: 35 minutes
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: American, Fusion

Allergens

Gluten, Dairy, Wheat

Ingredients

  • 1 store
  • bought pizza dough (or make your own)
  • 2 cups shredded BBQ chicken (cooked and seasoned)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
  • 1 ear of corn, kernels removed and cooked (smoky flavor preferred)
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 475°F (245°C).
  2. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pizza dough into a 12 inch circle.
  3. Transfer the pizza dough to a parchment paper lined pizza stone or baking sheet.
  4. Evenly spread the barbecue sauce over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
  5. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.
  6. Add the BBQ chicken evenly on top of the cheese.
  7. Bake for 12 15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
  8. In a small bowl, combine cooked corn kernels, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
  9. Remove pizza from the oven and let it rest for 2 3 minutes.
  10. Top the pizza with the smoky corn relish mixture.
  11. Slice and serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

Add a drizzle of hot sauce for those who enjoy a little heat.

Notes

Adjust the BBQ sauce to your preferred level of spiciness.

Cultural or Historical Background

BBQ chicken pizza originated in the United States and has since become a popular street food classic, with variations seen at tailgates and sports events across the country.