How to Make Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Pizza at Home

If you are craving something different yet delicious from the traditional pizza, then this Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Pizza is going to be ideal for you. It just so amalgamates sweet and savory tastes of Korean food with the comfort of pizza. The recipe features tender chicken pieces stuffed with spicy gochujang sauce, crunchy cheeses, and fresh vegetables for an appealing fusion taste. Let’s jump into this mouth-watering recipe!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Mounted with 5 simple items. Obviously, the spicy Korean chicken is definitely the highlight.
• Others include chicken with Korean pepper sauce (gochujang), and Korean peppercorns (gochugaru), but only mildly spicy. Also, this spice is softened by the sweetness of pineapple. Just the right balance!
• Served on a flat crust – a tortilla base. It’s crunchy and moreish!
• Baked on a pizza stone. Making the pizza more crispy!
• It’s a crowd favorite and can be served as an appetizer or as a main course. My baby girl loved it too!
• This would be a good introductory dish for someone who has never tasted Korean food before.

Ingredients

For the Korean BBQ Chicken:

• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
• 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ginger, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For the Pizza:

• 1 pre-made pizza dough or 1 homemade pizza
• 1/2 cup pizza sauce (or to your liking)
• 1 1/2 cups grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1/2 red onion thinly cut
• 1/2 cup of red bell pepper cut into thin cuts
• 1/2 cup of green bell pepper cut into thin cuts
• 2 tablespoons of chopped green onions
• 1 tablespoon of sesame seeds Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken:

• In a bowl, whisk together until well combined the gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, rice vinegar, garlic powder, ginger powder, and black pepper.
• Add chicken pieces into the marinade making sure all the pieces are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to incorporate.

Prepare the Pizza Dough:

• Preheat your oven to 475°F (245°C) and place a rack in the bottom third of the oven. If using pizza stones, place them in the oven when preheated.
• Roll out pizza dough to desired thickness on light-floured surface, in case it is a stone. Put dough onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza sheet.

Cook the Chicken:

• Place a medium amount of oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken that has been marinated and cook for 4-5 minutes until it is cooked and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat and set aside.

Assemble the Pizza:

• Spread a thin layer of pizza sauce over the rolled dough. Spread the mozzarella-cheddar cheese mixture evenly over the sauce.
• Arrange the cooked chicken pieces on top of the cheese, followed by slices of red onion, red pepper and green pepper.
• If using, sprinkle with some extra cheese.

Bake the Pizza:

• Place the pizza in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the cheese is soft and bubbly.
• Pull the baked pizza out of the oven and let cool slightly.

Garnish and Serve:

• Sprinkle the pizza with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Sprinkle with fresh cilantro leaves for freshness.
• Cut into small pieces and serve while hot with your spicy Korean BBQ chicken pizza!

Tips For Perfect Korean BBQ Chicken Pizza

• Spice Level: To make it mild, use less gochujang, or balance the taste with a little more honey.
• Customize Your Toppings: You can add or substitute other toppings like mushrooms, jalapenos, or pineapple to give this a nice flavor contrast.
• Gluten-free option: To make this recipe gluten-free, use pizza crumbs and gluten-free tamari instead of the soy sauce.
• Try Different Cheeses: Although mozzarella is a more common cheese for pizzas, please go ahead and experiment with other cheeses that you feel would rather complement BBQ chicken, such as cheddar or provolone.

This spicy Korean BBQ chicken pizza is the perfect blend of flavors, where the sweet and spicy elements of Korean BBQ come together with the familiar comforting pizza. It’s a unique dish that’s sure to impress your family and friends during your next pizza night. Try it and enjoy a flavor adventure with the best blend of both worlds!

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