Description
Smoky BBQ Pulled Pork Pizza delivers a mouthwatering fusion of southern comfort and Italian classic, blending tender pulled pork with melted cheese and tangy barbecue sauce. Crisp pizza crust and bold flavors create a delicious meal you won’t want to miss.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pizza crust (homemade or pre-made)
- 1 1/2 cups pulled pork (leftover from slow cooker pulled pork)
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) mushrooms, sliced
- 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed
Cooking Oils and Seasonings:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for sauteing)
Instructions
- Prepare the pizza dough according to package directions, ensuring a smooth, even surface.
- Create a flavor base by gently caramelizing garlic, onions, and mushrooms in a skillet with a light drizzle of olive oil until they become translucent and aromatic.
- Generously coat the pizza crust with a rich layer of BBQ sauce, spreading it evenly to cover the entire surface.
- Distribute the sautéed vegetables across the sauced pizza base, creating a colorful and textured foundation.
- Arrange tender pulled pork pieces strategically over the vegetables, ensuring an even distribution of protein.
- Blanket the pizza with a generous layer of shredded cheddar cheese, allowing it to melt and create a golden, bubbling surface.
- Transfer the pizza to a preheated oven and bake until the cheese turns molten and slightly golden, and the crust achieves a crisp, golden-brown edge.
- Carefully remove the pizza from the oven, let it rest for a brief moment to set, then slice into wedges and serve immediately while hot and fresh.
Notes
- Use a pre-baked pizza crust to cut down on cooking time and ensure a crispy base.
- Shred the pulled pork into smaller pieces for more even distribution and better bite.
- Customize the BBQ sauce type to match your flavor preference, from sweet to spicy.
- Add fresh cilantro or green onions after baking for a burst of fresh flavor and color contrast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg