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Spicy Buffalo Chicken Flatbread

This dish features a crispy flatbread topped with spicy buffalo chicken and melted cheese. The chicken is cooked in a hot sauce marinade, then layered on the bread before baking until bubbly and golden, resulting in a flavorful, textured crust with a spicy, cheesy topping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded preferably rotisserie or leftover grilled chicken
  • 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce
  • 1 lb pizza or flatbread dough store-bought or homemade
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for brushing the dough
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken with buffalo hot sauce, minced garlic, paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Toss until the chicken is well coated and set aside to marinate for a few minutes.
    2 cups cooked chicken, shredded, 1/2 cup buffalo hot sauce, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon paprika
  3. Roll out the dough onto a floured surface into a thin, even circle or rectangle, about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
    2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  4. Brush the surface of the dough with olive oil to help it crisp and add flavor.
    2 tablespoons olive oil
  5. Spread shredded mozzarella evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
    1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  6. Scatter the buffalo chicken mixture over the cheese, distributing it evenly for a balanced spicy flavor in every bite.
    2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are crispy and golden, and the cheese is bubbly.
  8. Remove the flatbread from the oven and let it rest for a minute. Slice into pieces and serve hot, garnished with additional toppings if desired.

Notes

For extra creaminess, top with some blue cheese crumbles or serve with celery sticks on the side.