Making pizza on the Blackstone is sure to become your new favorite method. This easy recipe will bring you to a world of cheesy bliss in about as much time as it takes to preheat your oven. The Blackstone griddle simply makes cooking easier, and that applies to a range of dishes from more regular pan-friendly meals like chicken fried rice and smash burgers all the way to less traditional entrees like Blackstone nachos and ribs on the Blackstone. This highly customizable meal takes less than 30 minutes to prepare and it tastes absolutely delicious. Whether you’re camping, tailgating, or enjoying a nice day outside with your family, making pizza on the Blackstone is a hassle-free way to whip up a delicious meal your whole family will love.
Using this pizza recipe as a base for your own creativity is a great way to accommodate a variety of tastes. With endless topping options, all of your family members or guests can create their own personal pizzas to perfection without you having to figure out multiple meal choices.
Why you should try this recipe
- Great for camping: Blackstone pizza is an easy and quick meal for camping. The crust is shelf stable so you won’t have to worry about refrigeration leaving more space for toppings and food for other meals.
- Easy to customize: For this recipe I utilized BBQ ingredients but feel free to use anything you have on hand. Pepperoni pizza, taco pizza, and even all-veggie pizza will all taste great using this method.
- Budget-friendly: Opting for Blackstone pizza is a great way to serve a group while saving money. You can easily make two pizzas for less than $10, which is often the price of one carryout pizza. Plus, if you’re feeling adventurous, you can use fridge leftovers for toppings, stretching your savings even further.
Ingredients in Blackstone BBQ Chicken Pizza
- 1 (12”) premade pizza crust: Using a premade crust makes this recipe so much easier. No need to mess around with raw dough here—there’s more about why this is important in the tips and tricks section below.
- 2 tablespoons melted butter: You’ll brush butter onto the crust to add moisture and create a deliciously rich base.
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce: Use your favorite BBQ sauce as the base for this pizza. Feel free to go sweet, smoky, or spicy depending on your preference.
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese: Freshly shredding mozzarella off the block will give you a tastier cheese that melts more evenly. Just be careful not to overload the pizza with cheese. It cooks quickly and too much cheese can prevent proper melting before the crust overcooks.
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken breast: You can buy precooked chicken from the grocery store, grab a rotisserie chicken, or even repurpose leftovers from another recipe like Blackstone BBQ chicken thighs.
- 1/4 cup bacon crumbles: Leftover bacon works perfectly here. You can use precooked bacon pieces from the store or fry slices on the Blackstone before you make pizza.
- 1/8 red onion: Slices of red onion add a fresh flavor and complement the smoky undertones in the barbecue sauce. Caramelized yellow onions work great on this pizza too.
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro: Garnish with cilantro after the pizza comes off the grill. It adds a burst of freshness that brightens the whole dish.
- 1/4 cup pickled sliced jalapeños: Jalapeño peppers are the perfect topping for BBQ chicken pizza. They bring just the right amount of heat to balance out the richness of the other ingredients. If you don’t like heat, sliced banana peppers will offer a nice zing to the pizza without adding spice.
Instructions for making Blackstone Pizza
1. Brush the pizza crust with the melted butter, ensuring that the edges are well coated.
2. Spoon the BBQ sauce onto the pizza crust and smooth into an even layer. Then, add the mozzarella in an even layer.
3. Add the chicken, bacon, sliced onion, and jalapenos to the pizza.
4. Set your Blackstone to its lowest heat setting. Place a pizza pan or cookie sheet directly on the grill and set your uncooked pizza on top. Close your griddle’s lid or cover it with a large cloche to encourage the cheese to melt. Cook for 10-15 minutes, checking frequently until the cheese has melted and the crust is soft. If it seems to be overcooking, turn off the heat or move it to a corner of the griddle.
5. Remove the pizza from the Blackstone and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve warm.
Variations and Substitutions
- Change out the toppings: Barbecue-style pizza is delicious but feel free to use your favorite toppings. A classic pepperoni and cheese is always a crowd-pleaser. If you love light, fresh flavor, a Margherita pizza with slices of tomato, mozzarella, and basil is another popular combination.
- Make it mini: Make your own pizza night is easier than ever when you make pizza on the Blackstone. You can typically find mini pre-made pizza crusts next to the standard sizes. These make it easy for everyone to whip up their favorite combo and you can cook many more at a time than the oven typically allows.
- Try a breakfast pizza: Eggs, sausage, and bacon all cook quickly on the Blackstone. Whip up your favorite country gravy before heading out to the Blackstone, then griddle up your breakfast favorites and pile them on the pizza for a handheld meal to kick off your morning.
Tips and Tricks for Making Blackstone Pizza
- Use precooked dough: While developing this recipe I realized that using raw dough is simply not worth the risk of burning. Blackstones, like any other griddle or grill, have hot spots, which can be problematic when starting with raw dough. To ensure this recipe is successful for everyone, precooked crusts are my go-to choice.
- Start it low: Anything higher than your Blackstone’s lowest heat setting will cook your pizza too quickly. Start on low and slowly increase only if it seems not to be cooking fast enough. Give the cheese time to melt and become gooey and delicious. It’s definitely worth cooking it low and slow.
- Elevate your pizza: Keeping the pizza too close to the heating source may also cause the crust to cook up too quickly. You can elevate it slightly by taking a pizza pan or cookie sheet and setting it upside down on the griddle before placing your uncooked pizza on top. This creates a little bit of space that slows down the crust’s browning so the cheese can properly melt.
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Blackstone Pizza
Ingredients
- 1 (12-inch) premade pizza crust
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1/2 cup barbecue sauce
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup diced cooked chicken breast
- 1/4 cup cooked bacon crumbles
- 1/8 red onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup sliced pickled jalapenos, optional
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Brush the pizza crust with the melted butter, ensuring that the edges are well coated.
- Spoon the BBQ sauce onto the pizza crust and smooth into an even layer. Then, add the mozzarella in an even layer.
- Add the chicken, bacon, onion slices, and jalapenos to the pizza.
- Set your Blackstone to its lowest heat setting. Place a pizza pan or cookie sheet directly on the grill and set your uncooked pizza on top. Close your griddle’s lid or cover it with a large cloche to encourage the cheese to melt. Cook for 10-15 minutes, checking frequently until the cheese has melted and the crust is soft. If it seems to be overcooking, turn off the heat or move it to a corner of the griddle.
- Remove the pizza from the Blackstone and sprinkle with cilantro. Serve warm.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
