BBQ Chicken English Muffin Pizza Recipe

If you love bbq chicken pizza then you have to try this English Muffin Pizza version, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a snack!

English muffins topped with shredded bbq chicken, Colby jack cheese, red onions, and cilantro – YUM! Snack time couldn’t get any easier or tastier than this English Muffin Pizza!

I don’t know about you but I love food in handheld form, always have, always will. A little personalized treat just for me, and when it is easy to throw together it’s even better!

Ever since I was little I have loved English muffins, something about them is just warm and comforting and reminds me of my childhood.

From the chicken to the cheese, bbq sauce, and caramelized red onion, these are just Heavenly, but to top them off with fresh cilantro give these pizzas a little fresh pop, irresistible.

They’re an easy way to get your daily values of YUM!! Jeremy tells me they’re one of his favorite things to take to work with him now.

In the end, you can stick with my recipe, or pick your own toppings. Keep in mind that this can be a fun activity for the kids, too. Yeah, even the older kids!

If you love quick and easy recipes that are also filling and are loaded with your favorite bbq chicken pizza flavors then this English Muffin Pizza is right up your alley!

1. With minimal ingredients and time, this recipe comes together fast.
2. Common bbq chicken pizza flavors make this a crowd-pleasing recipe.
3. Easy to customize to fit your taste.

• Red onion
• Olive oil
• Kosher salt
• Shredded cooked chicken
• Sweet BBQ sauce
• English muffins
• Colby Jack cheese
• Fresh cilantro

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. In a small saute pan over medium-low heat, saute the red onion in the olive oil with the salt until slightly browned, stirring occasionally, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Toss the shredded chicken in the bbq sauce in a small bowl, set aside.
3. Place the English muffins on a baking sheet, cut side up. Top the muffins with bbq chicken, onions, and cheese. Bake for 5-8 minutes until heated through and the cheese is melted. Top with the cilantro to serve.

HOW TO MAKE SHREDDED CHICKEN?

If you don’t have leftover shredded chicken ready, a great option is to grab a rotisserie chicken from the grocery store and shred it for these easy English muffin pizzas. You can also cook chicken breast fresh. Just heat a skillet over medium heat, add a little olive oil, and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.

Next, pour in ¼ cup of water, cover, and let it simmer for about 7 minutes. Be sure to check the internal temp reaches 165°F (degrees F) for safe personal consumption, as recommended by the Food and Drug Administration.

Once done, shred the chicken using two forks. This makes the perfect topping for easy English muffin pizza recipe, especially if you’re making a BBQ chicken version with your own favorite toppings.

If you’re using leftover chicken, warm it up first to make shredding easier. If it’s already shredded, just toss it with your pizza sauce of choice (like BBQ sauce, spaghetti sauce, or classic tomato sauce) and it’s ready to layer on top of your English muffin halves.

It’s a great way to use what you have, and it turns out so tasty, even picky eaters will love it. These mini pizzas are perfect for fast dinners, school lunches, or a quick snack when that pizza craving hits!

CAN I ADD ANYTHING TO THIS RECIPE?

Of course! Some delicious additional toppings you can try on your own English muffin pizzas include a drizzle of extra BBQ sauce, creamy ranch, or even garlic aioli. They’re all favorite pizza toppings in our house.

Want to dress it up a little more? Try sprinkling some thinly sliced scallions, fresh chives, or parsley on top after baking. Great basic ingredients for garnish!

To kick things up a notch, season your chicken before adding the pizza sauce of your choice. I love using a little onion powder, garlic powder, chipotle powder, cayenne, or your go-to BBQ seasoning. These easy upgrades don’t take much time but make a big flavor difference in this easy English muffin pizza recipe.

It’s a great idea for a quick meal, especially if you’re using an air fryer or toaster oven to crisp up those toasted English muffins just right!

WHAT OTHER FLAVORS CAN I MAKE?

Take this recipe as a base and add to it. You can make these fully customizable. 

Use pizza sauce, shredded mozzarella, and mini pepperoni for a traditional easy English Muffin Pizza recipe

Just top with your favorite sauce, cheese, and protein and you are good to go! Just follow the cooking time directions.

REFRIGERATOR: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave until warmed through.

FREEZER: Freeze for up to 3 months. If baking from frozen, it may take longer to cook. My best suggestion is to check the internal temperature of the pizzas so they reach 165°F to ensure a proper cooking time.

If you need a quick dinner idea using shredded chicken then you can come to the right place. This English Muffin Pizza is sure to be a hit!

If you’ve tried this ENGLISH MUFFIN PIZZA let me know in the comments how it turned out! You can follow me over on PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK to find some more of our mouthwatering recipes!