This homemade buffalo chicken flatbread pizza features premade naan flatbreads, seasoned chicken breast, tangy buffalo sauce, red onion, green bell pepper slices, melty mozzarella, and a finishing drizzle of honey. The flavors are incredible. It's a must-try recipe for all pizza lovers and can be pulled together in just 30 minutes. Perfect as a game day appetizer or a quick meal.
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I love buffalo chicken, and this pizza twist is something I always come back to.
Of course, rotisserie chicken can be used, but freshly cooked chicken tastes so much better.
The premade flatbread crust is fully cooked, so there's no need to prepare any dough. It's a fun and easy way to make pizza at home.
Ingredients You'll Need
Here are a few important notes about the ingredients. For measurements, see the recipe card below.
- Chicken: Boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs both work. Chicken breast is used here, sliced thin so it cooks quickly and stays tender.
- Seasonings: A simple mix of onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika adds plenty of flavor to the chicken.
- Olive oil: Used for cooking the chicken and lightly brushing the edges of the naan flatbreads.
- Buffalo sauce: Used as the base sauce and also tossed with the chicken. I like Frank's Red Hot Buffalo Wings Sauce. You can also make homemade buffalo sauce with ½ cup Frank's hot sauce, ¼ cup melted butter, and 2 freshly minced garlic cloves, and heat until well combined.
- Flatbreads: I used store-bought premade naan flatbreads for the base, but traditional flatbread, or pizza bases can be used as well.
- Red onion: Adds a mild sharpness and slight crunch that balances the overall flavor.
- Green bell pepper: Green bell pepper or capsicum adds a pop of color and crunch.
- Fresh red chili: Adds a little heat that makes everything more interesting.
- Mozzarella cheese: Melty mozzarella for a classic gooey, cheesy topping.
- Honey: A light drizzle on top balances the tangy, spicy buffalo sauce.
- Ranch dressing: The cool, creamy contrast goes really well with the spicy kick. I like serving it on the side, but you can also add some ranch drizzle on top too.
Instructions (Step By Step)
1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Then mix until well coated.
3. Heat a pan. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and swirl to coat the pan evenly. Add the chicken and cook over medium heat until the bottom turns golden. Flip and cook the other side until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside to cool slightly.
4. Dice the cooked chicken into small pieces, or shred it if you prefer. Transfer to a bowl and mix with 3 tablespoons of buffalo sauce until well combined. Transfer to a bowl and mix with 3 tablespoons of buffalo sauce until well combined.
5. Spread a layer of buffalo sauce over each naan flatbread. Top with buffalo chicken, mozzarella cheese, red onion, green bell pepper, and fresh red chili.
6. Lightly brush the edges of the flatbreads with olive oil to help them turn golden and slightly crisp.
7. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are slightly crisp.
8. Drizzle honey on top and serve hot with ranch dressing. You can also drizzle extra buffalo sauce or ranch dressing on top, if desired.
9. Slice and serve. Enjoy!
FAQs
Plain naan works great, but garlic naan, butter naan, or other varieties can also be used depending on your flavor preference.
Yes, you can use a different hot sauce. Choose one that isn't too fiery or overly tangy, as some hot sauces can be very vinegar-forward and may overpower the flavor. For a more buffalo-style taste, mix it with a little melted butter.
It's best enjoyed fresh, but you can prep the chicken and chop the vegetables ahead of time to make assembly quicker.
Yes, you can. Air fry at 360°F (180°C) for 7-9 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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Recipe
Easy Buffalo Chicken Flatbread Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 large boneless, skinless chicken breast sliced in half
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 ½ tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup buffalo sauce or adjust to taste
- 2 premade naan flatbreads about 8 oz / 227 g
- ¼ cup red onion sliced
- ½ cup green bell pepper sliced
- 1 -2 fresh red chilies sliced
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese shredded
- 2 teaspoons honey for drizzling
For serving:
- Ranch dressing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Season the chicken with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Then mix until well coated.
- Heat a pan. Once hot, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and swirl to coat the pan evenly. Add the chicken and cook over medium heat until the bottom turns golden. Flip and cook the other side until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside to cool slightly.
- Dice the cooked chicken into small pieces, or shred it if you prefer. Transfer to a bowl and mix with 3 tablespoons of buffalo sauce until well combined.
- Spread a layer of buffalo sauce over each naan flatbread. Top with buffalo chicken, mozzarella cheese, red onion, green bell pepper, and fresh red chili.
- Lightly brush the edges of the flatbreads with olive oil to help them turn golden and slightly crisp.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges are slightly crisp.
- Drizzle honey on top and serve hot with ranch dressing. You can also drizzle extra buffalo sauce or ranch dressing on top, if desired.
- Slice and serve. Enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition Disclaimer:
Nutrition information is a general estimate only. Actual values may vary depending on the specific ingredients and brands used. For the most accurate information, please consult a registered dietitian or use your preferred nutrition calculator.
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