High-Protein Chicken Crust Pizza Recipe
Elevate your pizza night with this High-Protein Chicken Crust Pizza Recipe! This innovative dish replaces traditional pizza dough with a flavorful ground chicken crust, making it an ideal low-carb option that’s packed with protein. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, everyone can customize their own slices with their favorite toppings. You’ll love how easy it is to prepare, and the kids will enjoy getting involved in creating their personalized pizzas. With a crispy texture and delicious flavor, this dish could easily become your new favorite weeknight meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Kosher salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/2 cup marinara or pizza sauce
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 1 large tomato (sliced)
- Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F.
- In a bowl, mix ground chicken, parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Spread the mixture onto a baking sheet, forming a 1/4-inch thick circle.
- Bake the crust for about 30 minutes until golden brown on the edges.
- Remove from oven and add marinara sauce, mozzarella, and tomato slices.
- Return to oven for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 130g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg