California Pizza Kitchen Inspired Loaded BBQ Chicken

Ingredients

• For the Pizza Dough:
• 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• ¾ cup warm water (about 110°F)
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• For the Homemade BBQ Sauce:
• 1 cup ketchup
• ¼ cup apple cider vinegar
• ¼ cup brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• For the Pizza Toppings:
• 1 ½ cups cooked grilled chicken, shredded
• 1 cup red onions, thinly sliced
• 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
• ½ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped for garnish
• Additional BBQ sauce for drizzling

Instructions

1. Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes or until bubbly.
2. Make the dough: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough: On a floured surface, knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour.
4. Prepare the BBQ sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine all BBQ sauce ingredients. Simmer for 15-20 minutes until slightly thickened.
5. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If you have a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat up.
6. Roll out the dough: Once risen, punch it down and roll it out to your desired thickness.
7. Add the sauce: Spread a generous layer of BBQ sauce over the pizza dough.
8. Layer the toppings: Top the pizza with shredded grilled chicken, red onions, mozzarella, and cheddar cheese.
9. Bake the pizza: Transfer the pizza to the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes.
10. Garnish: Remove from the oven and drizzle additional BBQ sauce over the top, then sprinkle with fresh cilantro.

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