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Chicken Crust Pizza

High-protein, low-carb pizza made with a chicken-based crust instead of traditional dough. Gluten-free, keto-friendly, and perfect for meal prep.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Ground chicken
  • 1 Egg
  • 0.5 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp Salt
  • 0.25 tsp Black pepper
  • 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded mozzarella for topping
  • Pizza toppings pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, peppers, onions, spinach

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Knife or pizza cutter

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, mix ground chicken, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Press mixture into a thin round pizza crust on parchment paper.
  4. Bake crust for 15–18 minutes until firm and lightly golden.
  5. Remove from oven and spread pizza sauce over crust.
  6. Add shredded mozzarella and desired toppings.
  7. Bake again for 8–10 minutes until cheese is melted.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes, slice, and serve.

Notes

Make sure to pre-bake the crust so it holds together. Do not make the crust too thick or it may stay soft in the center.