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Oatmeal Pizza Crust with BBQ Chicken Toppings Recipe

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This Oatmeal Pizza Crust recipe offers a unique, gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza bases, using oats and cheese to create a crunchy, thin crust. Topped with BBQ chicken, fresh red onions, cilantro, and your favorite cheese, this recipe combines wholesome ingredients and bold flavors for a delicious homemade pizza experience that’s quick and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Crust Ingredients

  • 2 oz mozzarella or cheddar cheese (cubed)
  • 2 cups quick or rolled oats
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried herbs (basil, oregano, or Italian seasoning)
  • 2 large eggs
  • Cooking spray (such as Misto)

BBQ Chicken Topping

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs and/or breasts (cut into small pieces)
  • Healthy BBQ sauce (quantity as desired)
  • Favorite cheese (sliced, quantity as desired)
  • Red onion (thinly sliced, quantity as desired)
  • Cilantro (chopped, quantity as desired)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheets: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Line two pizza stones, round pans, or large baking sheets with unbleached parchment paper and spray them with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Make the Dough: In a food processor, add the cubed cheese and process on high speed until fine crumbs form. Add the oats, salt, garlic powder, dried herbs, and eggs, then process on high until a thick dough forms, suitable for shaping.
  3. Shape the Crusts: Divide the dough evenly between the two prepared baking sheets, placing it in dollops. Using wet hands to prevent sticking, flatten the dough and shape each into a round, thin crust approximately 1/4 inch thick. Note that the dough will not rise during baking.
  4. Bake the Crusts: Bake both crusts in the oven for 25 minutes. Position both trays in the oven simultaneously, then, if needed, bake the top tray a few extra minutes on the bottom rack for even cooking. Remove from the oven once crusts are firm and slightly golden.
  5. Cook the BBQ Chicken: While the crusts bake, heat a large non-stick ceramic skillet over medium heat. Add the cut chicken pieces and cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cooked through. Add your desired amount of BBQ sauce, stir to coat the chicken well, then turn off the heat.
  6. Assemble the Pizzas: Spread a layer of BBQ sauce over each baked oatmeal crust. Layer with your favorite sliced cheese, the cooked BBQ chicken, thinly sliced red onions, and chopped cilantro for freshness.
  7. Final Bake: Increase the oven temperature to 450°F (232°C). Bake the assembled pizzas until the cheese melts and bubbles, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Slice and serve the oatmeal BBQ chicken pizza hot. The crust remains crunchy and thin, holding toppings well, perfect for enjoying by the slice.

Notes

  • The dough does not rise, so shape the crust as thin as you prefer for a crispy texture.
  • Using wet hands when shaping the dough prevents sticking and allows for better control.
  • You can substitute mozzarella with cheddar or a blend of cheeses for different flavor profiles.
  • Feel free to customize toppings beyond BBQ chicken, such as vegetables or other meats.
  • Oatmeal pizza crust is gluten-free if using gluten-free oats and cooking spray.
  • Storing leftover crusts or assembled pizza slices works well; reheat to maintain crispiness.

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