Dinner

BBQ Chicken Flatbread Recipe

ByClara Bennett February 7, 2026February 7, 2026

Introduction

This BBQ Chicken Flatbread is a quick and delicious meal that combines tender, spiced chicken with tangy barbecue sauce and melted cheese on a crispy flatbread crust. Perfect for a casual dinner or game day snack, it’s easy to prepare and always a crowd-pleaser.

The image shows several triangular slices of pizza on light brown parchment paper with a white marbled texture surface underneath. Each slice has a thin golden-brown crust base, topped with a layer of melted orange-yellow cheese. Scattered on top are browned pieces of grilled chicken, thin light purple onion slices, and small bright green herb leaves. Dark reddish-brown drizzle of sauce is zigzagged across each slice. A woman's hand is holding the corner of one triangular slice at the bottom left. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 small chicken breasts (or 1 large)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cracked pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 flatbread crusts
1/2 cup barbecue sauce (more for topping)
2 cups shredded Colby jack cheese
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
¼ cup chopped cilantro

Instructions

Step 1: Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness to ensure they cook evenly.
Step 2: In a small dish, combine garlic powder, onion powder, chili powder, salt, and cracked pepper.
Step 3: Season both sides of the chicken breasts thoroughly with the spice blend.
Step 4: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When hot, add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked through.
Step 5: Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and dice it into small pieces.
Step 6: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while the chicken is cooking.
Step 7: Spread barbecue sauce evenly over each flatbread crust, then sprinkle shredded Colby jack cheese on top.
Step 8: Arrange the diced chicken and red onion slices evenly over the cheese-covered flatbreads.
Step 9: Bake the flatbreads in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, hot, and bubbly.
Step 10: Remove from oven, drizzle with extra barbecue sauce, and sprinkle chopped cilantro on top. Slice into wedges and serve warm.

Tips & Variations

For extra smoky flavor, use smoked paprika instead of chili powder in the seasoning blend.
Swap Colby jack for mozzarella or cheddar if you prefer a sharper or milder cheese.
Add sliced jalapeños for a spicy kick.
Use store-bought rotisserie chicken to save time on cooking and seasoning.

Storage

Store leftover flatbread in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 8 to 10 minutes to maintain crispiness. Avoid microwaving if possible, as it can make the crust soggy.