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BBQ Chicken Flatbread

This Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread is a quick and delicious dish, perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, featuring barbecue chicken, melted cheese, and topped with fresh cilantro.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Flatbread Base
  • 4 pieces Flatbread or naan You can also use pita or tortillas.
  • 2 cups Cooked chicken, shredded Store-bought rotisserie chicken works well.
  • 0.5 cup Barbecue sauce Different BBQ sauces can give unique flavors.
Toppings
  • 1.5 cups Shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella) Feel free to mix cheeses for extra flavor.
  • 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced Adds a nice crunch and flavor.
  • 0.25 cup Cilantro, chopped Don't skimp on fresh cilantro for a refreshing finish.
Seasoning and Oil
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil For brushing the flatbread.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust according to your preference.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place the flatbread on a baking sheet.
  3. Brush the flatbread with olive oil.
  4. In a bowl, mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce.
  5. Spread the barbecue chicken mixture evenly over the flatbread.
  6. Top with shredded cheese and sliced red onion.
Cooking
  1. Bake in the oven for about 10-12 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  2. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.
  3. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

For a Mexican twist, try taco-seasoned chicken and top it with fresh salsa. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen in individual portions.