Hawaiian BBQ Chicken Flatbread
A delightful fusion of savory flavors and tropical sweetness, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or family gathering.
Ingredients
Flatbread Base
- 1 rectangular rectangular flatbread Perfect for absorbing flavors and textures.
- 1 tbsp olive oil Adds sheen and rich taste.
Toppings
- ½ cup BBQ sauce Divided for flavor enhancement.
- 1¼ cups Colby Jack cheese Hand-shredded for melting.
- 1 cup rotisserie chicken Shredded or cubed for convenience.
- ¼ cup red onion Thinly sliced for added crunch.
- ¼ cup fresh pineapple Diced small for tropical sweetness.
- 1 tbsp garlic powder For added aromatic flavor.
- to taste salt and pepper Essential for flavor balance.
- 2 tbsp green onion Chopped for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Brush the olive oil over the top of the flatbread.
- Bake the flatbread in the center of the oven for 5 minutes to ensure a crispy base.
- Remove the flatbread and spread a quarter cup of BBQ sauce evenly on top.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese over the BBQ sauce.
- In a bowl, toss the shredded rotisserie chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned chicken over the cheese layer.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top of the chicken.
- Scatter the thinly sliced red onion over the toppings.
- Distribute the pineapple chunks evenly across the flatbread.
- Drizzle the remaining BBQ sauce over the entire flatbread.
- Return the flatbread to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, monitoring until cheese melts.
- Once done, sprinkle chopped green onions on top before slicing.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
For a healthier twist, try using whole wheat flatbread or grilled chicken. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.