Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza Enhanced by South Carolina BBQ Olive Oil Blend

Juicy grilled chicken, gooey mozzarella, smoky barbecue sauce, and sweet red onion layer onto crisp pizza dough for a pie that tastes like summer cookout energy with a golden finish. A drizzle of South Carolina Gold BBQ Infused Olive Oil Blend folds in paprika, thyme, and mustard notes that deepen the sauce, round out the chicken, and leave each slice with a true Southern barbecue glow. It is an easy win for game day, family dinner, or a casual dinner party, and it is the kind of pizza people ask for again.

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Grilled BBQ Chicken Pizza Enhanced by South Carolina BBQ Olive Oil Blend

Smoky grilled chicken, tangy barbecue sauce, melty mozzarella, and sweet red onion come together on crisp pizza dough for a bold, crowd-friendly pie with Southern flavor in every bite.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 4 slices

Course: Appetizers, Dinner

Cuisine: American Classics, Fusion Cuisine

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

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Ingredients

• 1 pound prepared pizza dough
• 2 tablespoons cornmeal for dusting
• 2 tablespoons South Carolina Gold BBQ Infused Olive Oil Blend
• 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
• 1 1/2 cups cooked chicken breast shredded or chopped
• 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded smoked cheddar cheese
• 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for shaping
• 1 tablespoon olive oil for the grill grates
• Pinch kosher salt
• Pinch black pepper

Equipment

• 1 Grill Preheated to medium-high
• 1 Pizza peel or inverted sheet pan For transferring dough
• 1 Large spatula For moving the pizza
• 1 Pastry brush For oiling the dough
• 1 Cutting board For slicing before serving

Method

 

Instructions

1. Preheat a grill to medium-high heat and clean the grates well, then oil them lightly to help the dough release cleanly.
2. Shape the pizza dough into a 12-inch round on a lightly floured surface, then dust a pizza peel or inverted sheet pan with cornmeal.
3. Brush the dough lightly with 1 tablespoon of the South Carolina Gold BBQ Infused Olive Oil Blend, then place it on the hot grill for 2 to 3 minutes until the bottom firms and shows grill marks.
4. Flip the dough back onto the peel, then spread barbecue sauce over the grilled side, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edge.
5. Top with mozzarella, smoked cheddar, chicken, red onion, and a pinch of salt and black pepper.
6. Slide the pizza back onto the grill, close the lid, and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until the cheese melts and the crust is crisp around the edges.
7. Remove the pizza from the grill, drizzle with the remaining South Carolina Gold BBQ Infused Olive Oil Blend, and finish with chopped parsley.
8. Rest for 2 minutes, slice, and serve warm.

Notes

For a sturdier crust, parbake the dough for 2 minutes on one side before adding toppings. Keep the sauce layer moderate so the pizza stays crisp instead of soggy. If your grill runs hot, move the pizza to a cooler zone after the lid closes.

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Recipe Tips

Preheat the grill well so the dough picks up those crisp, charred spots before the toppings go on. Keep the sauce layer light so the crust stays sturdy enough to slice cleanly.

Serving Suggestions

Serve this pizza hot from the grill with a simple green salad, corn on the cob, or extra warm barbecue sauce for dipping. It also works nicely sliced into smaller pieces for game day boards and casual gatherings.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in a skillet, toaster oven, or hot oven so the crust firms back up.

Variations

Swap the chicken for pulled pork, add sliced jalapeños for more kick, or finish the baked pizza with chopped cilantro and a few pickle chips for a different barbecue-style twist.

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