Description
This chicken crust pizza is a delicious low-carb, gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza. Made with ground chicken, parmesan, and eggs, it’s the perfect high-protein recipe for anyone following a keto or healthy eating lifestyle. Top it with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil for a mouthwatering meal!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
For the Toppings:
- ½ cup marinara or pizza sauce (sugar-free, if keto)
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper. - Mix the crust ingredients:
In a medium mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly combined. - Form the crust:
Transfer the chicken mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Using a spatula or your hands, spread it into a ¼-inch thick circle, making sure it’s even for proper cooking. - Bake the crust:
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until it starts to brown around the edges and feels firm. - Add the toppings:
Remove the crust from the oven. Spread the marinara sauce evenly across the top, leaving a small border around the edges. Add the mozzarella slices, tomato slices, and fresh basil leaves. - Bake again:
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 5–7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly. - Cool and serve:
Allow the pizza to cool slightly before slicing. Slice into wedges and enjoy warm.
Notes
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freezing: Wrap the pizza tightly in plastic wrap and store in an airtight container for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 425°F for 10 minutes or in an air fryer at 375°F for 3–5 minutes to maintain the crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (¼ of pizza)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg