BBQ Chicken & Pineapple Paradise Pizza

Prepare the Dough

Step 1

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant dry yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 2

2. Add the warm water and olive oil to the dry ingredients. Stir with a wooden spoon until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 3

3. Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle a little more flour as needed.

Step 4

4. Lightly oil a clean bowl and place the dough inside, turning once to coat with oil. Cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 30-40 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Smoky BBQ Tomato Sauce

Step 1

5. While the dough rises, combine crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and pepper in a small saucepan.

Step 2

6. Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to low and let it cook gently for 10-12 minutes until slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.

Grill the Chicken

Step 1

7. Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

8. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper and a light drizzle of olive oil.

Step 3

9. Grill the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.

Assemble the Pizza

Step 1

10. Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C). If using a pizza stone, place it in the oven to heat as well.

Step 2

11. Punch down the risen dough and transfer it to a floured surface. Roll or stretch the dough into a 12-inch circle, about ¼ inch thick.

Step 3

12. Transfer the dough to a parchment-lined baking sheet or a pizza peel dusted with flour or cornmeal.

Step 4

13. Lightly brush the dough edges with olive oil to promote browning.

Step 5

14. Spread an even layer of the smoky BBQ tomato sauce over the dough, leaving a ½-inch border around the edges.

Step 6

15. Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the sauce.

Step 7

16. Distribute the grilled chicken slices, pineapple chunks, and thinly sliced red onions evenly over the cheese.

Bake and Finish

Step 1

17. Bake the pizza in the preheated oven (or on the pizza stone) for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden and crisp, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 2

18. Remove the pizza from the oven and let it cool for 2-3 minutes.

Step 3

19. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro if desired, slice, and serve immediately.