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BBQ chicken flatbread topped with mozzarella cheese and vegetables before baking

BBQ Chicken Flatbread

High-protein BBQ chicken flatbread with tender seasoned chicken, smoky sauce, and melted cheese on crispy flatbread. Ready in 40 minutes with 32g protein per serving!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 485
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large chicken breasts or 3 cups rotisserie chicken, shredded
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 0.5 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.25 tsp dried tarragon or thyme
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 2 pieces flatbreads naan or cottage cheese flatbread work too
  • 0.5 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded, preferably fresh
  • 1 small red bell pepper chopped
  • 0.25 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes optional
  • 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese optional, freshly grated

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Instant read thermometer
  • Sharp knife
  • Pizza Cutter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and place a large baking sheet nearby. Pat chicken breasts completely dry with paper towels and cut any thick pieces in half horizontally for even cooking. Mix oregano, tarragon, and salt in a small bowl.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Season both sides of chicken with spice mixture. Add chicken to hot pan and immediately reduce heat to medium to prevent burning.
  3. Cook chicken for 8-10 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F with an instant-read thermometer. The chicken should feel firm and juices should run clear. Let rest for 5 minutes, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
  4. Place flatbreads on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each generously with BBQ sauce, leaving a ½-inch border. Sprinkle minced garlic evenly over sauce, then add mozzarella as your base cheese layer.
  5. Top with chicken pieces, red bell pepper, and red onion. Bake for 10-15 minutes until flatbread edges are golden brown and cheese is bubbly. Let cool for 2-3 minutes before adding fresh cilantro and extra BBQ drizzles.

Notes

Can substitute rotisserie chicken to save time - just skip seasoning and cooking steps. Try different cheeses like cheddar or goat cheese for variety. Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days. For food safety, always ensure chicken reaches 165°F internal temperature.