Did I mention I hate strength training? I think so, but I am confirming that hatred. Brushing my teeth and washing my face feel like Olympic events after that upper body workout…yowza! And some say they like this feeling? Lunatics 🙂
It’s not news to most of you: Mr. Prevention LOVES pizza. And I like it, but I LOVE California Pizza Kitchen and specifically, the BBQ chicken pizza. BBQ chicken pizza is the quintessential Italy meets American delight, or at least that’s my take. When Faith posted her recipe for California Pizza Kitchen-inspired BBQ Chicken Pizza, it went in my “must make” recipe stack. It’s a shame it took me this long to get around to!
Cast Iron Skillet BBQ Chicken Pizza (Inspired by California Pizza Kitchen) from An Edible Mosaic
1 whole wheat pizza dough (recipe below)
1/4 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
6 oz part-skim mozzarella, shredded
4 oz smoked Gouda, shredded
1 1/2 small onion, diced
5 8 oz cooked chicken breast, diced or shredded
2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, minced
olive oil (to oil the skillet)
12-inch cast iron skillet
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 500° 450° F. Roll pizza dough to desired thickness and transfer to a pizza stone or pizza sheet. Toss together the 2 cheeses and the minced cilantro. Spread the BBQ sauce on top of the dough (leaving about a 1-inch border around the whole pizza) and sprinkle on half of the cheese. Spread the onion and chicken on top of the cheese, then top with the remaining cheese. Bake for 12-15 minutes. Yield: 1/5th of the pizza.
Nutrition Information (for 1/5th of pizza, including dough): 495 calories; 20.8 g. fat; 60 mg. cholesterol; 989 mg. sodium; 49 g. carbohydrate; 3.2 g. fiber; 8 g. sugar; 32.2 g. protein
Result: Just like the real thing…amazing! I searched HIGH AND LOW for a cast iron skillet last weekend, but found none :(. I’m trying to curb my online shopping habits, but I think I’ll have to cave since I couldn’t find one in stores. I improvised and just made a standard pizza and it turned out great. The cooking temperature and times are adjusted accordingly and there were no issues. I do think red onion would be really good in place of the yellow/white onion, but either is fine. Because my pizza was more like 16″ vs. 12″ I did need more BBQ sauce, and the nutrition information is also adjusted accordingly. Enjoy! So yummy!
Thick-Crust Pizza Dough from An Edible Mosaic, adopted from Delish.com
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 tsp sea salt
2 ¼ tsp instant yeast
1 tsp sugar
~1 cup water
2 Tbsp olive oil
Cooking spray
Directions:
In a food processor, pulse together the flours, salt, instant yeast, and sugar; once combined, stream the olive oil in through the feed tube (while still pulsing), then slowly stream in as much water as needed for the dough to form a ball (the dough might not need all of the water). Spray a large bowl with cooking spray and transfer the ball of dough to the oiled bowl. Cover the bowl with a damp towel and let it rise for an hour in a warm, draft-free place (the ball should double in size). Punch the dough down, cover it, and let it rise for another 30 minutes. Roll the dough out to the size of your pan, using flour as needed. Yield: 1/5th of pizza dough.
Nutrition Information (for 1/5th of dough): 216 calories; 6 g. fat; 0 mg. cholesterol; 460 mg. sodium; 36 g. carbohydrate; 2.8 g. fiber; 0.8 g. sugar; 6.4 g. protein
Result: I LOVED this dough! It was so easy to work, unlike a lot of pizza doughs. I think this is now my favorite pizza dough recipe! YUM!
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I am off today, working on stuff for my business, taking Lily to the dog park, and then enjoying some delicious food with my fellow RD and friend, Gina (+ her sweetie and mine)! I’m excited to catch up with her…she has been one busy chick, too!
Speaking of Lily, it’s been eons since I posted a picture of her. Now that she has her stitches out and she’s all healed up, her eyes are looking soooo booti-ful! 😀
Pardon the drool 😉
Question: What’s on your perfect pizza? Any fun weekend plans?
TGIF,
I really love BBQ chicken pizza, and buffalo chicken, but my absolute favorite is just plain cheese. 🙂
I have to say, I hate strength training as well…but if I ever want my legs to feel good running again, it’s just something I need to do. Sigh.
This CPK look-alike pizza sounds fantastic! I love their thai chicken pizza. Good stuff.
YUM! That pizza looks great.. I’ve never been to Faith’s blog but you seem to post a lot of her recipes. I know Nick would love that pizza! And so would I, minus a few ingredients of course.
I’m excited for tonight (Nick and I aren’t married…you know that…right??). I hope you guys enjoy MD as much as I think you will. There are SO MANY choices for good food. I haven’t even tried any of it yet, because I’m waiting for tonight! I did try the sushi and salad bar though, both amazing.
I’m not too picky when it comes to pizza… I sort of shy away from “bbq” because I prefer the traditional sauce, and I don’t like canadian bacon. Other than that? Load it up!
I just watched a segment on America’s Test Kitchen last weekend, where they reviewed cast iron skillets and they said the LODGE brand was the best for the money. They sell them at target, and I picked one up, preseasoned, for under $20. If you are still in the market for one, you might want to check it out.
I agree, Cal Pizza Kit bbq pizza is the BEST! I will have to give this one a try sometime!
I LOVE bbq chicken pizza! Or bbq anything, really. Is summer really over?!
I don’t like that feeling, I love it!
When I have a tough upper body workout and then drive home from the gym can barely turn the steering wheel. That’s how I know it was good!
Lodge pre-seasoned cast iron is the best. Lodge has a great website too. Walmart usually carries some cast iron. Farm and ranch or camping type stores usually carry cast iron too. Love mine! Pizza looks yummy! Will definitely have to try this one.
Lily is adorable! That pizza looks awesome. I love anything with BBQ sauce. One of my favorite condiments for sure!
OMG…LILY is freaking adorable. DH & I have been wanting an English bulldog for awhile now…my heart melts when I see her picture. I love CPK’s bbq chicken pizza, it’s one of DH’s fave pizzas, too!
I love bbq chicken pizza! Pesto chicken pizza is a colose second… But then there’s Hawaiian too. I just can’t pick I love homemade pizza!
Yay, I’m so glad you enjoyed the pizza! You’re so sweet, you always make my day when you post my recipes, Nicole! 🙂 Love the Lily pic, and I’m glad she’s feeling better!
My husband loves BBQ pizza. I’m more of a Margarita fan.
Hey this will be quick!
You can get a cast-iron skillet from The Cracker Barrel!
I’m going to my first stand up comedy show this weekend! I’m really hoping that it doesn’t disappoint. Yay for more pictures of Lily! I missed her lol
I was actually hoping you might be in town already for Thanksgiving for a meet up – let me know when you do come in over the holidays – we should get together for at least a coffee! 😀
I just tried bbq sauce on pizza a couple months ago, the idea of hot bbq sauce kinda made me throw up in my mouth a little, but turns out I love it!
Best pizza I’ve recently had? Italian beef! Italian beef with giardienara – its like a Chicago style cheezy beef on a pizza.
Tony and I are going for a drive tomorrow – not sure where we will end up, and I have plans with Hannah for lunch on Sunday – its turning out to be the only day we have time to spend together. 🙁
That pizza looks great! I love margarita pizza best!
I would have to agree with you about CPK! I love their pizza, especially their bbq kind. I just ordered a pizza stone through pampered chef. I can’t wait to get it, as soon as I do, I need to make this pizza.
Have a great weekend, Nicole!
Do you know I have a CPK 10 minutes, walking, from my home, but I have never been there! I’ve always wanted to, but my fiance doesn’t eat pizza!! I know, nuts! I am headed there this weekend for sure. Also, check out our CNS Stores giveaway for $35! Click here to enter!
Ah, I’m the same with strength training! I’m definitely a cardio queen but I’ve found if I go to body pump it helps me. I schedule it and make sure I do pump once a week.
Pizza on Fridays is the perfect end to the work week/start to the weekend. Looks delish 🙂
I love homemade pizza – I have never made it in a skillet – always on my pizza stone.
Veggies are my favorite pizza topping – mushroom, tomatoes and scallions are my favorite.
Haha I guess we’re opposites. I can’t staaaaand cardio; I absolutely hate it. I love weight-lifting, though! 😉
I love Faith’s recipes and I’m glad you enjoyed such deliciousness! 😛
Aww, I missed seeing Lily on here! Such a sweetheart. 🙂
LOL, I like the burn after lifting, unless I’m supposed to run the next day… 🙂 Nothing beats homemade pizza – yum. And that’s such a cute pic of Lily too!
Have fun taking Lily to the park and then going out with Gina. You’re pizza sounds good, I would do it with tofu or something. My favorite pizza is with pineapple.
That pizza looks amazing!!! My perfect pizza is thin crust with goat cheese & banana peppers (from Theo’s Pizza in New Orleans!).
Have a great weekend Nicole 🙂
Yum! That pizza does look good. Then again, I’m of the opinion that it’s really difficult to find gross pizza.
My favorite topping would have to be pineapple and roasted red peppers. It’s incredible.
chicken pizza looks too good…
You can never ever go wrong with pizza–your’s truly looks like it’s straight out of the kitchen at California Pizza Kitchen! My perfect pizza is Hawaiin all the way 🙂