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BBQ Chicken Flatbread Recipe

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This BBQ Chicken Flatbread recipe features tender, seasoned chicken breasts cooked on the stovetop, layered over flatbread crusts with tangy barbecue sauce, melted Colby jack cheese, red onions, and fresh cilantro. Baked to perfection, it’s a quick and delicious meal that combines smoky, savory, and fresh flavors into a crisp, cheesy flatbread perfect for any casual dinner or entertaining.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Seasoning

  • 2 small chicken breasts (or 1 large)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cracked pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Flatbread Ingredients

  • 2 flatbread crusts
  • 1/2 cup barbecue sauce (plus more for topping)
  • 2 cups shredded Colby jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure uniform cooking.
  2. Make the Seasoning Blend: In a small dish, mix together garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and cracked pepper.
  3. Season the Chicken: Generously season both sides of the chicken breasts with the prepared spice blend.
  4. Cook the Chicken: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil. When hot, add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through.
  5. Dice the Chicken: Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and dice into small bite-sized pieces.
  6. Preheat the Oven: While the chicken cooks, preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  7. Assemble the Flatbreads: Spread barbecue sauce evenly over each flatbread crust. Then sprinkle each with shredded Colby jack cheese.
  8. Add Toppings: Distribute the diced chicken and red onion slices evenly over the cheese layer.
  9. Bake: Place the assembled flatbreads on a baking sheet and bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, hot, and bubbly.
  10. Finish and Serve: Drizzle additional barbecue sauce on top and sprinkle with chopped cilantro. Slice into wedges and serve warm.

Notes

  • You can substitute chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a juicier option.
  • If desired, use a pre-made barbecue sauce or make your own for customized flavor.
  • Flatbreads can be warmed in the oven before assembling for extra crispiness.
  • Leftover flatbread can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for best texture.
  • Adjust chili powder quantity to control spice level according to preference.

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