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Filled with tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and Mozzarella cheese, this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza is the perfect option for when hunger strikes!

Filled with tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and Mozzarella cheese, this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza is the perfect option for when hunger strikes!

Let’s talk about pizza today.

I am a pizza fanatic. I don’t think I’ve ever met a pizza that I didn’t like and I don’t think I ever will. No matter how you spin it, pizza is pizza and I heart pizza.

Now I do have favorite pizza places and prefer some kinds over the other. And since I’m from Chicago we have some amazing pies in my neck of the woods. But all in all, I think I could eat pizza all day, every day and be one happy girl.

Enter in the hubster. He loves pizza too, although he can’t eat it as much as I can. And that’s where we differ.

Me…give me a slice (or five) every week, especially on Fridays. Him…he’ll take it once or twice a month. But over the years, we’ve compromised a bit, and I think my love for pizza is ever so slowly rubbing off on him (especially when we order stuffed pizza from one of our favorite spots).

Filled with tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and Mozzarella cheese, this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza is the perfect option for when hunger strikes!

So when I got a craving for pizza a few weeks ago, I wanted to get a little more creative in hopes to lure the hubster into eating my favorite food.

We make our own homemade pizza once in a while, so I knew it was time to do that again. But this time, I got a little more fancy and made this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza. Filled with tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and shredded Mozzarella cheese, this pita pizza is the perfect option for when hunger strikes.

The flavors of this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza will take your taste buds to a whole new level.

The fresh chicken and barbecue sauce pair so well with the smooth mozzarella cheese. And because this pizza is made on pita bread instead of dough, you can make an individual serving just for yourself or make several for every member of your family to enjoy.

And individual servings mean that this pita pizza is very versatile depending on your tastes. Don’t like chicken? Add in pork! Like more barbecue sauce, spread it on. The possibilities are endless!

Filled with tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and Mozzarella cheese, this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza is the perfect option for when hunger strikes!

With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, your just minutes away for devouring this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza.

To start, you’ll combine some cooked, shredded chicken with some barbecue sauce. Next, you’ll spread a thin layer of barbecue sauce on each pita.

Then comes my favorite part, the cheese! Sprinkle some mozzarella cheese on top of the pita, followed by the barbecue chicken and more cheese. Pop this into the oven and let it works its magic.

When the cheese is all melty and the pizza is cooked through, get ready to be impressed. This Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza is jam-packed with flavor and sure to be a meal-time winner!

Filled with tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and Mozzarella cheese, this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza is the perfect option for when hunger strikes!

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Filled with tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and Mozzarella cheese, this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza is the perfect option for when hunger strikes.
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Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza

Filled with tender chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, and Mozzarella cheese, this Barbecue Chicken Pita Pizza is the perfect option for when hunger strikes.
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Keyword barbecue recipe, pizza appetizer
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 442kcal

Ingredients

  • 4 flat pita breads
  • 2 cups shredded chicken I used the shredded rotisserie chicken that you can find near the deli section of your grocery store
  • ½ cup barbecue sauce any kind
  • 2 cups shredded Mozzarella cheese
  • Fresh cilantro for topping if desired

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • In a small bowl, mix chicken and ¼ cup barbecue until combined. Set aside.
  • Spread 2 tablespoons of barbecue sauce onto each pita. Top with a thin layer of Mozzarella cheese, followed by the barbecue sauce, more cheese, and red onions. Repeat with each pita.
  • Place each pita on a large baking pan. Bake for 15-20 minutes. Remove from oven and cut into slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 442kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 1045mg | Potassium: 273mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 473IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 347mg | Iron: 2mg
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By Gayle | June 4, 2015

Comments

  1. Mir says

    June 4, 2015 at 4:57 am

    Your husband isn't a pizza fanatic? I've never heard of that before. Seriously. I thought it was a law that all men had to want pizza all the time. I used to make pita pizza on Saturday nights with my friends, so this recipe holds a lot of nostalgia for me. The BBQ sauce is a delicious adjustment!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:00 pm

      Haha I know! I'm still shocked by it too, but that just means more pizza for me! :)
      Reply
  2. Erin @ Miss Scrambled Egg says

    June 4, 2015 at 5:25 am

    I have a love affair with barbecue chicken pizza. Anytime we order pizza out, or make it at the house for that matter, we like to make a barbecue chicken creation. These pitas are perfect for a busy night or even a snack. What a great idea, Gayle.
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:00 pm

      Thanks, Erin! Barbecue chicken pizza is one of my favorites, too...with extra barbecue sauce!
      Reply
  3. Sarah @Whole and Heavenly Oven says

    June 4, 2015 at 6:48 am

    BBQ chicken pizza is pretty much my ultimate pizza WEAKNESS! Sooo um yeah I seriously cannot control my drooling right now over this pizza beauty! I love that the crust is pita bread! You really can't get any more easy than that. ;)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks, Sarah! I love using pita bread because like you said, it's SO easy! :)
      Reply
  4. annie@ciaochowbambina says

    June 4, 2015 at 7:11 am

    Just Yum! I love the idea of personal pizzas and these pita pizzas with all their BBQ goodness fit the bill! Love it, Gayle!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks, Annie! These are definitely fun to customize too, which means I can load the barbecue sauce onto mine! :)
      Reply
  5. Blair @ The Seasoned Mom says

    June 4, 2015 at 7:16 am

    Pita pizzas are one of my boys' most-requested meals! I can't wait to try this twist, since they love BBQ chicken as well. So fun!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:01 pm

      Thanks, Blair! I hope your kids love this! And now that I have my husband hooked on these, we eat them a lot!
      Reply
  6. Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating says

    June 4, 2015 at 7:30 am

    I LOVE barbecue chicken pizza! One of my favorites! Love how easy this version is!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:02 pm

      Thanks, Kelly! I love how easy these are to whip up, too!
      Reply
  7. Katy | Her Cup of Joy says

    June 4, 2015 at 8:06 am

    These look amazing! I love easy meals, I could even get my toddler to help me make these :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:02 pm

      Thank you, Katy! I'm sure your toddler would love topping these pizzas!
      Reply
  8. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

    June 4, 2015 at 8:45 am

    Loooove that this is on Pita bread! SO unique :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:02 pm

      Thanks, Medha!
      Reply
  9. Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says

    June 4, 2015 at 10:06 am

    I love love love how easy and delicious this pizza is! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:03 pm

      Thanks for the pizza love and pin, Ashley!
      Reply
  10. mira says

    June 4, 2015 at 10:52 am

    I can't live without pizza and this bbq chicken one is perfect! Love that you used flatbread! Need to try it!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:03 pm

      Thanks, Mira! I love using pita bread because it makes this recipe so easy and also very delicious!
      Reply
  11. Cyndi - My Kitchen Craze says

    June 4, 2015 at 11:24 am

    I'm with you Gayle, I could eat it every week and be very happy! My hubby not so much either. Funny huh? Men! :) These look so good and I love how cute and individual they are. I'm so making these this summer when the kids are on break. Pinned!! :) Hope you have a wonderful weekend friend! <3
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:03 pm

      That is funny, Cyndi! Sounds like our husbands are a lot alike! Thanks so much for the kind words and pin, friend!
      Reply
  12. Beverley @ sweaty&fit says

    June 4, 2015 at 12:31 pm

    pita pizzas are THE BEST. i dont eat meat, but im liking the idea of playing with some bbq sauce instead of pizza sauce. hmmmm :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 1:04 pm

      Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by, Beverley! The barbecue sauce is such a nice change from the regular kind!
      Reply
  13. Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says

    June 4, 2015 at 1:58 pm

    We are crazy about pizza over here too and these pita pizzas would be a huge hit at our house! They look amazing and the BBQ chicken twist is the best!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 2:35 pm

      Thanks, Kelly! These pita pizzas are so much fun to make!
      Reply
  14. Sues says

    June 4, 2015 at 3:14 pm

    Pretty sure I could eat pizza every day, too! I mean, look at how much you can switch it up?? This one looks and sounds awesome!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      Yes! My thoughts exactly! Thanks, Sues!
      Reply
  15. Harriet Emily says

    June 4, 2015 at 3:43 pm

    Yuuuummmmmm!!!!!! Omg! I've always had a thing for barbecue flavoured pizza. It's just so addictive, I love it so much. I haven't had a pizza like this for ages, and your recipe has made me remember just how amazing it is! I will definitely be trying this beautiful recipe - I love that it's on pita too! What a great idea! Thank you for sharing :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 8:46 pm

      Thanks so much for the kind words, Harriet! Pizza is definitely addictive, right? :) I hope you love this if you try it!
      Reply
  16. Natalie @ Tastes Lovely says

    June 4, 2015 at 3:46 pm

    I love pita pizzas! Because it means no making dough, waiting for it to rise, and then rolling it out. Haha! This bbq chicken version is amazing!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 8:46 pm

      Yes! I'm all about the easy recipes! :) Thanks, Natalie!
      Reply
  17. Cailee says

    June 4, 2015 at 3:53 pm

    YUM!! This looks amazing!! SUCH a fun way to mix things up and add some fun flavor to traditional pizza! Great recipe! Thanks for sharing Gayle!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 8:47 pm

      Thanks, Cailee! I loved making this pizza, so easy and so delish!
      Reply
  18. Cheyanne says

    June 4, 2015 at 3:58 pm

    I LOVE BBQ chicken pizza and I am like you, I could eat pizza daily and be a happy camper ♡ I adore this pita spin on it! Not only will it keep me from over indulging in an entire pie, it's also super cute (I love a mini sized anything!)! Thanks for sharing the yumm! Cheers! :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 8:47 pm

      Thank you, Cheyanne! I'm all about mini foods, too....definitely more fun to eat! :) And I like that this pizza is portion controlled, too!
      Reply
  19. Justine | Cooking and Beer says

    June 4, 2015 at 5:16 pm

    I am soooo with you, Gayle. I love pizza. I actually have an abnormal obsession with it! This is such a great and EASY idea! Love the pita! Pinned!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 8:48 pm

      Haha me too, Justine! I could eat it all day, every day! Thanks for the pita love and pin, friend!
      Reply
  20. marcie says

    June 4, 2015 at 6:57 pm

    I would've never thought to use BBQ sauce as the sauce on pizza! I love this idea -- such a quick, delicious dinner!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 4, 2015 at 8:48 pm

      Thanks, Marcie!
      Reply
  21. Ali says

    June 5, 2015 at 5:46 am

    I just found my new-go to appetizer! Thanks, Gayle! I love how cute the pita pizza's look when they are quartered. They will make a great appetizer addition to my next cocktail party. I have a feeling my husband is going to love these :)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 5, 2015 at 11:12 am

      Thanks, Ali! I totally agree with you, aren't these pizzas cute? :) Hope you love these if you try them!
      Reply
  22. Ami@NaiveCookCooks says

    June 5, 2015 at 7:06 am

    Gayle that's me too!! Lately I have been craving pizza so much that I can eat it almost every night for dinner if given a chance to! But my hubby, well he can't eat the same stuff even two meals in a row!! haha Anyways this looks so delicious!! Pinning!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 5, 2015 at 11:12 am

      Haha isn't that funny? :) Thanks for the kind words and pin!
      Reply
  23. Heather - Butter & Burlap says

    June 5, 2015 at 7:31 am

    I FUHREAKING love bbq chicken pizza. And the fact you made them on pitas... score!! Easy/delicious pizza recipe for the win! Great recipe, Gayle!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 5, 2015 at 11:13 am

      Thanks, Heather! I'm all about barbecue chicken pizza too, so I couldn't wait to try it on pita bread!
      Reply
  24. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    June 5, 2015 at 7:47 am

    Gayle, I'd classify myself as a pizza fanatic as well! the crust, the cheese, the sauce. . love it!!! and love these easy and no fuss pita pizzas!!!! they look fabulous and these are the perfect pizzas for summer!!!!!!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 5, 2015 at 11:13 am

      Thanks, Alice! I love everything about pizza too!
      Reply
  25. Rachelle @ Beer Girl Cooks says

    June 5, 2015 at 11:14 am

    I love pizza too and could eat it just about every day! I haven't had bbq chicken pizza in forever and that clearly needs to change! I love this and especially that you made it on pita for individual pizzas. Everyone can get what they want, so win! win!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 5, 2015 at 11:22 am

      Thanks, Rachelle! I love using pitas because it's so easy and just like you said, everyone can make their own! :)
      Reply
  26. Manali @ Cook With Manali says

    June 5, 2015 at 2:19 pm

    Love the pita bread pizza Gayle! Looks so delicious!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 5, 2015 at 2:36 pm

      Thanks, Manali!
      Reply
  27. Shelby @ Go Eat and Repeat says

    June 5, 2015 at 3:32 pm

    Your pizza looks amazing! I'm a major sucker for pizza crust but can never seem to master it. Your crust looks spectacular!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 5, 2015 at 3:51 pm

      Thanks, Shelby! Since I use pita bread, I didn't have to make the crust, easy peasy! :)
      Reply
  28. Michele @ Two Raspberries says

    June 6, 2015 at 12:14 am

    pita pizza's! yummmy such a great alternative to a regular pizza crust! I bet this was wonderful! ;-)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 6, 2015 at 8:10 am

      Thanks, Michele!
      Reply
  29. Annie @ The Garlic Diaries says

    June 6, 2015 at 10:37 am

    BBQ chicken pizza is one of my favorite pizzas ever! I love that you used pita bread for the crust. Totally trying this!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 6, 2015 at 4:20 pm

      Thanks, Annie! Hope you love this if you try it!
      Reply
  30. Mary Frances says

    June 6, 2015 at 2:54 pm

    Ooh pita bread, I like that a lot! Chewy and yet crispy and fun sized! Fantastic idea Gayle!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 6, 2015 at 4:21 pm

      Thank you, Mary Frances!
      Reply
  31. Christin@SpicySouthernKitchen says

    June 6, 2015 at 7:25 pm

    BBQ Chicken Pizza is my favorite and I love that you used pita bread for the crust!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 6, 2015 at 9:19 pm

      Thanks, Christin!
      Reply
  32. Mariah @ Mariah's Pleasing Plates says

    June 7, 2015 at 1:30 am

    My husband and I both loveeee pizza! Especially BBQ chicken. I can't believe how simple the recipe is! I could whip these up in no time...even with a fussy Stella on hand. Pinning for later! ;-)
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 7, 2015 at 8:25 pm

      Thanks for the pizza love and pin, Mariah! I love how easy these are to whip up, too!
      Reply
  33. Ashley says

    June 7, 2015 at 8:45 pm

    I love making pizzas on pita bread! These look absolutely delicious with the bbq & chicken! Hope you had a wonderful wonderful weekend!!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 7, 2015 at 10:06 pm

      Thank you, Ashley! Hope you had a great weekend, too!
      Reply
  34. Savita @ ChefDeHome says

    June 8, 2015 at 6:36 pm

    Gayle, I love how cute these pizza are! and bbq chicken! delicious always! loving it!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 8, 2015 at 7:50 pm

      Thanks, Savita!
      Reply
  35. Jess @ Flying on Jess Fuel says

    June 9, 2015 at 2:14 pm

    BBQ chicken pizza is one of my favorite pizzas! Takes me back to high school and eating at CPK in the mall with my friends. :) I love that you made these on pitas-- so quick and easy!
    Reply
    • Gayle says

      June 9, 2015 at 3:01 pm

      I loved CPK when I was in high school! I still eat it every now and then! :) Thanks for the kind words, Jess!
      Reply

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