Chicken Crust Pizza
A healthy and protein-packed twist on classic pizza with a chicken crust, perfect for low-carb and gluten-free diets.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Toppings of choice (e.g., bell peppers, onions, olives, pepperoni)
- Pizza sauce (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine ground chicken, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, beaten egg, garlic powder, onion powder, and Italian seasoning in a large bowl.
- Mix until well combined.
- Spread the chicken mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, shaping it into a pizza crust.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the crust is golden and cooked through.
- Remove from oven, add your favorite toppings and a sprinkle of cheese.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes until the toppings are cooked.
- Slice and serve with pizza sauce.
Notes
Ensure the chicken mixture is well mixed for a uniform crust. Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg