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Cheesy BBQ Chicken Flatbread Ready in 20 Min

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Easy BBQ Chicken Flatbread with shredded chicken, melty cheese & smoky BBQ sauce—ready in 22 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: 30-minute meals, Appetizers & Snacks, Chicken
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 flatbreads
  • 1 cup shredded chicken
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup red onion
  • 2 tbsp cilantro
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
  2. Mix chicken with BBQ sauce.
  3. Brush with oil and place on baking sheet.
  4. Add sauce, cheese, chicken, onion, and more cheese.
  5. Bake 10–12 minutes until bubbly.
  6. Top with cilantro and extra sauce.
  7. Slice and serve hot.

Notes

Ingredient Swap: I love using leftover rotisserie chicken here for extra flavor, but if I'm in a pinch, canned chicken works fine too just drain it well.
Storage: These flatbreads are best fresh from the oven, but if I have leftovers I store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days and reheat in a hot oven or air fryer to bring back the crispness.
Make-
Ahead Tip: I often prep the shredded chicken and BBQ sauce mixture a day ahead and keep it in the fridge, then just assemble and bake when I'm ready for a quick meal.
Common Mistake: Don't overload the flatbread with too much sauce or cheese or it gets soggy and hard to handle, I always keep a light hand with the toppings.
Serving Suggestion: I like to serve these with a side of ranch dressing or extra BBQ sauce for dipping, and a simple green salad on the side makes it a complete meal.
Equipment Alternative: If I don't have flatbreads, I've used naan or even large flour tortillas in a pinch, just adjust the baking time by a minute or two since they cook faster.
Temperature Tip: For the crispiest bottom, I always place the flatbread directly on the oven rack instead of a baking sheet, just make sure to line the rack with foil for easy cleanup.