Barbecue Cornbread Pizza

Aug 29, 2025
by Addison Nikolaus
- 4.5 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
1 Likes

PREP TIME

10 mins
COOK TIME

25 mins
TOTAL TIME

40 mins
SERVING

8 People
VIEWS

6

Experience the unexpected delight of this Barbecue Cornbread Pizza! Fluffy, slightly sweet cornbread forms the base for a smoky, savory explosion of barbecue chicken and melted cheddar. A playful twist on pizza night that's sure to become a family favorite.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

Cooking spray

1 (8.5 ounce) package cornbread mix (such as Jiffy®)

1 egg

1/3 cup milk

1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

1/3 cup water

1/2 (1 ounce) envelope taco seasoning mix

1/4 cup barbecue sauce

1/2 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

26 g
Cholesterol

64 mg
Fiber

2 g
Protein

17 g
Saturated Fat

3 g
Sodium

636 mg
Sugar

3 g
Fat

8 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

02

Step

In a mixing bowl, combine the cornbread mix, egg, and milk. Stir until just moistened, being careful not to overmix. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, spreading evenly. (Prep time: 3 minutes)

03

Step

Bake in the preheated oven until the cornbread is just set, about 6 to 8 minutes. (Bake time: 6-8 minutes)

04

Step

While the cornbread is baking, cook the chicken: In a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry the chicken pieces until browned and cooked through, approximately 4 to 5 minutes. Stir in the water and taco seasoning. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. (Cook time: 6-7 minutes)

05

Step

Remove the partially baked cornbread from the oven. Carefully spread the barbecue sauce evenly over the soft surface. Gently arrange the cooked chicken over the barbecue sauce. Sprinkle the shredded Cheddar cheese evenly over the chicken. (Assembly time: 3 minutes)

06

Step

Return the pizza to the oven and continue baking until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly browned, about 15 minutes. (Bake time: 15 minutes)

07

Step

Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before cutting into individual pieces and serving. This allows the cornbread to set slightly. (Rest time: 5 minutes)

For a spicier kick, use a hot barbecue sauce or add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the chicken while cooking.
Feel free to customize your pizza with other toppings, such as diced bell peppers, onions, or jalapeños.
If you don't have taco seasoning, you can substitute with a mixture of chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder.
For a crispier cornbread crust, bake it directly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper instead of in a baking pan.

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