This BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pizza is a quick, high-protein meal that tastes great without the calories or the wait. With crispy tortilla bases, melty cheese, and sweet BBQ chicken, this is the perfect recipe when you want something delicious, filling, and ready in under 10 minutes.
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BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pizza
BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pizza is the perfect high-protein meal when you’re short on time but still want something packed with flavour. It delivers the cheesy, crispy, smoky satisfaction of a takeaway pizza without the excess calories or long wait.
Think of it as a healthier version of your favourite comfort food, with ingredients that support your goals. It comes together in under 10 minutes, making it a great choice for busy days or last-minute dinners.
With 45g of protein and just 495 calories, this tortilla pizza offers a delicious way to fuel your day while keeping your nutrition in check.
Why We Love this Recipe
- High in Protein: Each pizza packs 45g of protein, making it a satisfying option for lunch or dinner.
- Whole Food Ingredients: This pizza provides high-quality protein from whole food sources.
- Quick to Make: From prep to plate in under 10 minutes perfect for busy weekdays.
What is a Tortilla Pizza?
A tortilla pizza uses a tortilla wrap as the base instead of traditional dough, making it a lighter, faster alternative to regular pizza. Once baked or air-fried, the tortilla becomes thin and crispy, mimicking the crunch of a thin-crust pizza.
This method is perfect for creating quick, high-protein meals with minimal effort. It’s also incredibly versatile—just add your favourite toppings, pop it in the oven or air fryer, and dinner is ready in minutes.
BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pizza Nutrition
This high-protein tortilla pizza offers all the satisfaction of a takeaway, without throwing off your macros. With melty cheese, smoky BBQ chicken, and a crisp tortilla base, it’s the perfect balance of flavour and function. Here’s the nutritional breakdown per serving::
Calories: 495
Protein: 45g
Carbs: 9g
Fat: 11g
Ingredients
- Mini Tortilla Wraps: These create a thin, crispy base that mimics classic pizza crust with fewer carbs.
- Tomato Puree: Provides a tangy, rich layer of flavour as the base sauce for your pizza.
- Cooked BBQ Chicken: Adds smoky, sweet flavour and a solid dose of lean protein to each bite.
- 30% Reduced Fat Cheese: Melts beautifully over the toppings while keeping the fat content lower.
How to Make BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pizza
See recipe card for ingredient quantities and full instructions.
To begin, we preheat the oven or air fryer to 200 °C (400 °F). Preheating ensures the tortillas crisp up quickly without overcooking the toppings.
Next, we lay the mini tortillas flat and spread a generous layer of tomato puree across each one, right to the edges. This helps create that rich, saucy base we all expect from a proper pizza.
Then it’s time to add the toppings. We sprinkle over the BBQ chicken, making sure it’s evenly distributed so every bite has that sweet and smoky hit. The cheese goes on last—spread it right to the crust so it melts evenly and gives that golden, bubbly finish.
Now to cook:
In the air fryer, we place the pizzas in the basket and cook for 3–5 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are crisp.
In the oven, we place the pizzas on a tray and bake for 5 minutes until everything is hot and the base is lightly browned.
Tips
- Preheat your oven or air fryer. This helps the tortillas crisp up evenly and prevents soggy bases.
- Keep an eye on cook time. Tortillas can burn quickly check them around the 3-minute mark in the air fryer.
- Use Baking Paper or Foil. Lining your tray or air fryer basket with baking paper or foil can prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Recipe Variations & Substitutions
- Swap the Sauce: Try BBQ sauce instead of tomato puree for an extra smoky, sweet flavour.
- Add Veggies: Include toppings like red onion, bell peppers, or mushrooms for added crunch and nutrition.
- Different Cheese Options: Use mozzarella, cheddar, or a plant-based alternative depending on your preferences and dietary needs.
- Make it Spicy: Add jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce for a kick of heat.
Storage
Fridge: Store leftover pizza in an airtight container and refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking. Best enjoyed within 2 days for optimal texture.
Reheat: Reheat in the air fryer or oven for 2–3 minutes to bring back the crispiness. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the base soggy.
Freezer: This recipe is best enjoyed fresh, but if needed, assemble the pizzas (without cooking) and freeze flat. Cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, this recipe uses cooked BBQ chicken. You can use leftovers or pre-cooked fillets for convenience.
Yes, you can assemble the pizzas and store them in the fridge for a few hours before cooking. For longer storage, freeze the assembled (but uncooked) pizzas and cook from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cook time.
Certainly. Feel free to customise with toppings like red onion, bell peppers, mushrooms, or jalapeños to suit your taste.
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BBQ Chicken Tortilla Pizza
Equipment
- Air fryer (or oven)
Ingredients
- 2 Mini Tortilla Wraps
- 2 tbsp Tomato Puree
- 120 g BBQ Cooked Chicken
- 40 g 30% Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your Oven or Air Fryer to 200°C (400°F).
- Assemble your pizza: Spread 1 tablespoon of tomato puree onto each tortilla wrap, covering the surface evenly.
- Add the toppings: Evenly distribute the BBQ chicken across both tortillas. Then sprinkle over the cheese to cover the chicken and sauce.
- Cook the pizzas in the Air Fryer: Place your pizzas in the air fryer basket and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla is crispy.
- Cook the pizzas in the Oven: Place your pizzas on a baking tray and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, and the tortilla is crispy.
- Serve and enjoy: Once the pizzas are cooked, remove them from the air fryer or oven and let them cool for a minute. Then dig in!
Notes
Customizations:
- Add veggies: Boost the nutrition with some sliced bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms.
- Swap the protein: Try using turkey, ham, or even ground beef for a different flavour profile.
- Go spicy: Drizzle some hot sauce or sprinkle chilli flakes on top if you like your pizza with a kick!
- Use High-Protein Wraps: For an extra protein boost, look for high-protein wraps, which can add even more protein to the meal while keeping the calories in check.
