Description
This Chicken Crust Pizza is an easy, low-carb alternative to traditional pizza, using ground chicken as the base for a crispy, protein-packed crust. Topped with classic pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni slices, it’s a delicious and satisfying meal perfect for those seeking to reduce carbs without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
Crust
- 450 g ground chicken
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Toppings
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 20 pepperoni slices
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Make Chicken Mixture: In a large bowl, thoroughly mix ground chicken, eggs, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until fully combined, forming the pizza crust base.
- Form Crust: Transfer the chicken mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and press it into a thin, even circle or rectangle to create an even crust thickness for consistent baking.
- Bake Crust: Place the crust in the oven and bake for 25 minutes until it becomes golden and firm. Remove it and let it rest for 5 minutes to set properly before adding toppings.
- Add Toppings: Increase the oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Spread pizza sauce evenly over the crust, then sprinkle mozzarella cheese and arrange pepperoni slices on top.
- Bake Pizza: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Serve: Allow the pizza to cool slightly after baking. Slice and enjoy this crispy, cheesy low-carb pizza!
Notes
- Make sure to press the chicken crust evenly to avoid uneven cooking.
- Allowing the crust to rest after the first bake helps it firm up and hold toppings better.
- You can customize toppings to suit your taste preferences or dietary needs.
- Using parchment paper helps prevent sticking and makes cleanup easier.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chicken crust pizza, low carb pizza, easy pizza recipe, keto pizza, ground chicken pizza crust, homemade pizza
