This Pumpkin BBQ Chicken Pizza with Butternut Squash is absolutely the most perfect family-friendly recipe for the Fall season! It comes topped with an easy pumpkin-infused pizza sauce, BBQ shredded chicken, mozzarella, chopped kale, and perfectly roasted butternut squash. The best weeknight meal option for everyone. Gluten-free option.
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I'm never one to pass up on a good slice of pizza. Seriously, it's by far on my top list of favorite foods. I just love the versatility of pizza and how easily you can switch things up with a new topping for a completely new experience.
This Pumpkin BBQ Chicken Pizza with Butternut Squash is truly a delicious mouthful and I couldn't be happier to share this one with you. If you find yourself not being able to give up pizza, especially during the Fall season, then this recipe is sure to satisfy all of your pizza cravings.
Plus, I love the idea of being able to put to good use any leftover ingredients, especially if you have shredded chicken or roasted butternut squash on hand from another meal. Besides, you can totally add other fun toppings like sweet potato instead of butternut squash or meatless options like chickpeas, mushrooms, cauliflower, etc.
Of course, if you're looking for a classic pizza for the entire family for a weeknight meal option, this Homemade Vodka Pizza is one for the books and is so easy to make!
For the best pizza, make your own crust! It's easier than you might think, and my recipe takes just a few ingredients and little time to rise. Plus, the dough is seasoned for added flavor!
Here's what you need:
To round things out, I use shredded mozzarella cheese (You can also use fresh), pizza sauce, pumpkin puree, BBQ chicken, roasted butternut squash, and finally, chopped kale. If you like parmesan, asiago, or another cheese, feel free to use it! You could also top this pizza with oregano fresh out of the oven. Feel free to personalize it to suit your favorite flavors.
When it comes to creating pulled/shredded chicken, there are two most effective ways to do so. Firstly, you would need to ensure that your chicken is fully cooked and cooled and then you shred the chicken in one of the following ways:
Forks: For this method you would need two forks. If using this method, place your cooked chicken breast onto a plate or cutting board and use both forks to separate the chicken meat and 'shred' as you separate. Continue doing this until all of your chicken is shredded.
Stand Mixer: If you're looking to avoid using arm strength, then the method of a stand mixer might be just for you. This is by far the fastest and easiest way to shred chicken and you simply place all of your cooked chicken breasts in the bowl of stand mixer. Add the paddle attachment and mix on low. In just 15-20 seconds you’ll have shredded chicken. That easy!
Roasting butternut squash is super easy to do and makes for the perfect meal prep option since it's so versatile and can be enjoyed on a ton of things. Here are a few short steps to roasting your butternut squash:
Here, I’ve curated a list of cooking + baking essentials that I use to achieve my favorite baked goods or cooked meals, especially with this Pumpkin BBQ Chicken Pizza with Butternut Squash. Everything from my fave pizza pan, baking sheets, mixing bowls, and more. SEE THEM HERE!
It must be noted that this recipe (and most sweet or savory pumpkin recipes) calls for 100% pumpkin puree, NOT pumpkin pie filling! Pumpkin pie filling is quite literally the sweet pumpkin custard that you find in traditional pumpkin pie. It already contains sugar, cinnamon, clove, and other ingredients that make a pie filling.
Adding pumpkin pie filling to a dish that calls for 100% pumpkin puree will add an unwelcomed sweetness, essentially ruining the dish. Even if you are unsure of what type of pumpkin a recipe is calling for, go for the 100% pumpkin puree.
Store leftover pizza in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. You can always enjoy it cold (Confession... I actually LOVE cold pizza). The flavors seem to marinate and taste even better the next day. But if you are not on the cold pizza bandwagon, then you can always reheat it on a griddle or in the oven to serve.
Get inspired to keep the awesome pizza options alive! Trust me, your tastebuds are going to be so happy and satisfied come pizza night!
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