Zeeks-Style BBQ Chicken and Red Onion Pizza

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

A smoky and tangy pizza topped with grilled chicken, sweet red onions, tangy barbecue sauce, and a blend of cheeses. This american-inspired pizza ready in about 32 minutes pairs ball (14 oz) pizza dough, shredded cooked chicken breast, small, thinly sliced red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 580 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart.

★ 4.1 (13 ratings) Prep: 20 min Cook: 12 min Serves 3 American cuisine 580 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 475°F with a pizza stone or baking sheet inside for 30 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Toss 1 small thinly sliced red onion with 1 tbsp olive oil and spread on a baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 8 minutes until slightly caramelized and tender.
  3. Step 3: Roll out 1 ball of pizza dough on a floured surface to a 13-inch circle and transfer to a pizza peel dusted with cornmeal.
  4. Step 4: Spread 1/3 cup barbecue sauce evenly over the dough, then scatter 6 oz shredded cooked chicken breast on top.
  5. Step 5: Distribute the roasted red onions evenly, then top with 5 oz shredded mozzarella and 2 oz shredded smoked gouda cheese.
  6. Step 6: Slide pizza onto the hot stone and bake for 10-12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Step 7: Remove pizza and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro over the top before slicing and serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Zeeks-Style BBQ Chicken and Red Onion Pizza take to make?

Total time is about 32 minutes (20 min prep + 12 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Zeeks-Style BBQ Chicken and Red Onion Pizza?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep ball (14 oz) pizza dough from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Zeeks-Style BBQ Chicken and Red Onion Pizza?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Zeeks-Style BBQ Chicken and Red Onion Pizza for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Zeeks-Style BBQ Chicken and Red Onion Pizza?

American pizza like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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