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Ingredients
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Dough
Toppings
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar, and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
Once the yeast is frothy, add it to the flour mixture along with the olive oil. Mix until it forms a dough.
- 4
Knead Dough
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Let Dough Rise
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Pizza Assembly
- 6
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) to ensure it's hot enough for baking.
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to your desired thickness.
- 8
Add BBQ Sauce
Transfer the rolled-out dough to a pizza stone or baking sheet. Spread the BBQ sauce evenly over the dough.
- 9
Add Chicken
Scatter the shredded grilled chicken evenly over the BBQ sauce.
- 10
Add Cheese and Onions
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken, followed by the thinly sliced red onion.
- 11
Bake Pizza
Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the crust is golden and the cheese is bubbly.
- 12
Garnish
Remove the pizza from the oven and sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top before slicing.