Best 8 Low Fat Barbecue Chicken Pizza Recipes

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Craving a hearty and flavorful pizza without compromising on your health goals? Look no further than this Low-Fat Barbecue Chicken Pizza. This delectable dish combines the smoky tang of barbecue chicken with the crispy crust of a pizza, all while keeping it low in fat. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can whip up this crowd-pleasing pizza in no time. Discover the secrets behind this healthier version of a classic comfort food and embark on a culinary journey that will satisfy your taste buds and your waistline.

This mouthwatering pizza features a homemade whole-wheat crust that provides a satisfying crunch and a boost of fiber. Topped with tender and juicy barbecue chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, a blend of melted low-fat cheeses, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, each bite is a symphony of flavors and textures. But the real secret lies in the unique recipes for the barbecue chicken and barbecue sauce. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs, then grilled to perfection, resulting in succulent and smoky meat. The homemade barbecue sauce is crafted with a blend of ketchup, mustard, brown sugar, and a touch of liquid smoke, delivering a rich and tangy flavor that complements the chicken perfectly.

In addition to the main recipe, this article also includes a vegetarian alternative, featuring grilled zucchini and bell peppers as the star ingredients. This version offers a vibrant combination of colors and flavors, making it a perfect option for those who prefer a meatless meal. And for those who desire a spicy kick, there's a recipe for a spicy barbecue sauce that adds an extra layer of heat to the pizza.

Whether you're a fan of classic barbecue chicken pizza or seeking a healthier twist on this comfort food, this article has you covered. With its detailed instructions, helpful tips, and mouthwatering recipes, you'll be able to create a low-fat barbecue chicken pizza that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied without the guilt. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to experience a pizza that's both delicious and guilt-free.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA



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A topping of spicy barbeque sauce, diced chicken, cilantro, peppers, and onion all covered with cheese, and baked to bubbly goodness! This is similar to a recipe I had at a popular pizza place in California. My family LOVES it!

Provided by KIMIRAE

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pizza Recipes     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (12 inch) pre-baked pizza crust
1 cup spicy barbeque sauce
2 skinless boneless chicken breast halves, cooked and cubed
½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 cup sliced pepperoncini peppers
1 cup chopped red onion
2 cups shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place pizza crust on a medium baking sheet. Spread the crust with barbeque sauce. Top with chicken, cilantro, pepperoncini peppers, onion, and cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Carbohydrate 37.8 g, Cholesterol 58.3 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 22.7 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 1666 mg, Sugar 8.7 g

BARBECUE CHICKEN PIZZA



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My husband and I love this BBQ chicken pizza recipe, especially when we take it up a notch by adding other toppings that we love, including smoky bacon and creamy Gorgonzola. My mouth starts to water just thinking about it! -Megan Crow, Lincoln, Nebraska

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 medium red onion, sliced
1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
3/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1/4 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 4-6 minutes or until softened. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook 20-25 minutes or until deep golden brown, stirring occasionally., Unroll and press dough onto bottom and 1/2 in. up sides of a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 8 minutes., Spread barbecue sauce over dough; top with chicken, cooked onion, bacon, Gorgonzola cheese and jalapenos. Sprinkle with paprika and garlic powder; top with mozzarella cheese. Bake pizza 8-10 minutes or until crust is golden and cheese is melted. Freeze option: Bake pizza crust as directed; cool. Top with all the ingredients as directed, and securely wrap and freeze unbaked pizza. To use, unwrap pizza; bake as directed, increasing time as necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 15g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 53mg cholesterol, Sodium 851mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

BARBECUE CHICKEN PAN PIZZA



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This cast-iron pizza is the perfect mix of salty, sweet, tangy and sharp. Crispy baked pizza dough is topped with barbecue chicken, mozzarella and cheddar cheese. A drizzle of honey with fresh cilantro and scallion finish off this cheesy chicken pizza.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 37

1 rotisserie chicken
EVOO or vegetable oil
1 red onion
3 to 4 cloves garlic
Salt and pepper
1/2 cup chicken stock
1 cup ketchup, Sir Kensington preferred brand
1/4 cup light brown sugar
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, Lea and Perrins preferred brand
1 tablespoon (scant palm full) smoked sweet paprika
1 tablespoon ground mustard
1 pound ball dough from market or your favorite pizza parlor or EZ Pizza Dough, recipe follows
AP flour, for dusting
About 1 tablespoon cornmeal
Pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup each shredded mozzarella cheese AND shredded yellow cheddar cheese
About 2 tablespoons acacia honey
2 tablespoon hot sauce, Frank's RedHot or chipotle Tabasco preferred brands
Cilantro leaves
Scallions, sliced
Sliced fresh jalapeno peppers
Garlic Bread Fries, for serving, recipe follows
1 cup warm water
1 package active dry yeast (look for pouches marked "For Pizza")
2 tablespoons EVOO, plus some for bowl to rest dough
1 tablespoon acacia honey
2 teaspoons kosher salt
3 cups AP flour
1 bag frozen steak fries, Ore-Ida preferred brand
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1/4 cup grated Parm
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground pepperoncini or crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 525 to 550 degrees F, as high as it goes, with rack at center. Preheat a cast-iron skillet, 12 inches, over medium to medium-high heat (to aid in a crispy bottom crust while pizza is in oven).
  • Gather your ingredients.
  • Remove skin from chicken, remove meat from bones and pull meat into bite-size pieces. Dice onion, grate or mince garlic.
  • Preheat a second cast-iron or other skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil, 2 turns of the pan, then add onions and garlic, season with salt and pepper and soften a few minutes. Add stock and let it finish cooking the onions by absorbing into them. Add ketchup, sugar, molasses, vinegar, Worcestershire, paprika and mustard. Add chicken to sauce, turn in sauce and remove from heat.
  • Roll and stretch dough on lightly floured surface into 12 to 14-inch even round that will cover pan. Turn off heat under skillet, sprinkle a little cornmeal in skillet and press dough into hot skillet and up sides as much as possible. The pan is hot -- reminder. Brush the dough with EVOO and season with a little salt and pepper or red pepper flakes. Top the dough with chicken and sauce and top with the cheeses. Place in oven. Bake the pizza 10 to 12 minutes to deep golden brown and bubbly.
  • Combine honey, splash of water and hot sauce in small pot or skillet and heat over low heat.
  • Drizzle or brush the pizza with the honey mixture and top and scallions, cilantro and jalapeno.
  • To a mixer with dough hook attached, add warm water and yeast and let the yeast bloom and foam, 5 minutes.
  • Add EVOO, honey and salt and turn on mixer. Add the flour gradually to form dough. Transfer to a bowl drizzled with a little EVOO and cover; let stand 1 hour.
  • Cut dough in half, wrap half the dough and freeze for later use.
  • Preheat the oven to 525 to 550 degrees F.
  • Line a baking sheet with fries and bake 15 to 20 minutes to very crispy.
  • Add fries to large bowl. Pour butter and remaining ingredients over the fries. Toss to coat. Serve hot.

BARBECUED CHICKEN PIZZAS



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So fast and so easy with refrigerated pizza crust, these saucy, smoky pizzas make quick fans with their rustic, hot-off-the-grill flavor. They're perfect for impromptu cookouts and summer dinners on the patio. -Alicia Trevithick, Temecula, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 pizzas (4 pieces each).

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (6 ounces each)
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup barbecue sauce, divided
1 tube (13.8 ounces) refrigerated pizza crust
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups shredded Gouda cheese
1 small red onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with pepper; place on an oiled grill rack over medium heat. Grill, covered, until a thermometer reads 165°, 5-7 minutes per side, basting frequently with 1/2 cup barbecue sauce during the last 4 minutes. Cool slightly. Cut into cubes., Divide dough in half. On a well-greased large sheet of heavy-duty foil, press each portion of dough into a 10x8-in. rectangle; brush lightly with oil. Invert dough onto grill rack; peel off foil. Grill, covered, over medium heat until bottom is lightly browned, 1-2 minutes., Remove from grill. Spread grilled sides with remaining barbecue sauce. Top with cheese, chicken and onion. Grill, covered, until bottom is lightly browned and cheese is melted, 2-3 minutes. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 339 calories, Fat 12g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 956mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

LOW FAT BARBECUE CHICKEN PIZZA



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My friend Laura shared this delicious recipe with me. This is easy to make, delicious and low fat! Enjoy!

Provided by Dine Dish

Categories     Chicken

Time 25m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 whole wheat pita bread
2 tablespoons barbecue sauce (we used KC Masterpiece)
4 ounces cooked grilled chicken breasts, cubed (we cook ours on the grill)
1 slice red onion, diced
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425.
  • Place pita on a baking sheet and spoon barbecue sauce evenly over the pita.
  • Top with Chicken, onions, rosemary & cheese.
  • Bake for 10 - 12 minutes or until the cheese is melted, the pizza is heated through and the pita crisp.
  • Slice, serve & enjoy!

BBQ CHICKEN PIZZA



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Time to ditch pizza delivery! You can make an even better-tasting pizza yourself with only a few ingredients and little prep time, and it goes way beyond just plain cheese and pepperoni. This barbecue chicken pizza packs a whole lot of flavor for pizza night thanks to ingredients like chicken, barbecue sauce, shredded mozzarella, red onion and cilantro. And it all starts with Pillsbury™ refrigerated classic pizza crust, so you don't have worry about any fussy dough prep.

Provided by Pillsbury Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 can (13.8 oz) refrigerated Pillsbury™ Classic Crust Pizza Crust
2 cups coarsely chopped cooked chicken breast
3/4 cup barbecue sauce
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (8 oz)
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, if desired

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F for dark or nonstick pan (425°F for all other pans). Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray.
  • Unroll dough in pan; starting at center, press dough into 15x10-inch rectangle. Bake 9 to 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Meanwhile, in medium bowl, mix chicken and barbecue sauce until chicken is coated with sauce.
  • Sprinkle 1 cup of the cheese over partially baked crust. Spoon and carefully spread chicken mixture evenly over cheese. Top with red onion and remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake 8 to 11 minutes or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with cilantro. To serve, cut into 6 rows by 3 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Carbohydrate 48 g, Cholesterol 65 mg, Fat 1, Fiber 1 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1070 mg, Sugar 13 g, TransFat 0 g

LOW FAT BARBECUE CHICKEN PIZZA



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I tried this recipe the first time and it was easier than I thought it would be. If you like more barbacue taste you can increase the barbacue sauce to 1 cup.

Provided by sae2008

Categories     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 Rhodes frozen rolls, thawed and risen
1 boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
1/2 cup barbecue sauce
1 cup lowfat mozzarella cheese, grated
1/2 onion, chopped
1/2 green pepper, chopped
1/2 red pepper, chopped
1/2 cup mushroom, sliced

Steps:

  • Lightly spray frying pan with non stick cooking spray.
  • Quickly cook diced chicken, onion, and barbacue sauce until chicken is no longer pink.
  • Remove from heat.
  • Combine rolls into a ball.
  • Roll into a 13 inch circle to fit a pizza pan.
  • Place dough in pan and pre cook at 400 for 10 minutes.
  • Spread chicken mixture over dough.
  • Sprinkle green pepper, red pepper, and mushrooms over the top.
  • Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 35.2, Fat 0.5, SaturatedFat 0.1, Cholesterol 8.6, Sodium 137.7, Carbohydrate 3.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 1.5, Protein 4

BBQ CHICKEN TORTILLA PIZZA



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Little individual tortilla pizza with shredded chicken, honey BBQ sauce, onions, tomatoes, and mozzarella cheese.

Provided by SlimCookins

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Meat and Poultry     Chicken

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon honey barbeque sauce
1 low-carb whole wheat tortilla
1 tablespoon honey barbeque sauce
4 ounces shredded cooked chicken
¼ cup diced red onion, divided
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, divided
¼ cup low-fat finely shredded mozzarella cheese, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spread 1 tablespoon barbeque sauce on tortilla.
  • Mix 1 tablespoon barbeque sauce and chicken in a bowl until coated. Spread chicken mixture, half the red onion, and half the cilantro onto the tortilla. Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over chicken mixture. Top with remaining red onion and cilantro. Place pizza on a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until tortilla is crisp and cheese is melted, 5 to 7 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.1 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 12.2 g, Fiber 9 g, Protein 32.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 754.1 mg, Sugar 10.3 g

Tips:

  • For a crispier crust, pre-bake the pizza dough before adding the toppings.
  • Use a variety of toppings to create a flavorful and visually appealing pizza.
  • Don't overload the pizza with toppings, or it will be difficult to cook evenly.
  • Use a baking stone or pizza pan to help the pizza cook evenly.
  • Bake the pizza at a high temperature for a short period of time to prevent the crust from becoming dry.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Conclusion:

Low-fat barbecue chicken pizza is a delicious and healthy meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a pizza that is both satisfying and nutritious. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give low-fat barbecue chicken pizza a try. You won't be disappointed!

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