Description
Discover a game-changing chicken crust pizza recipe that’s low-carb, high-protein, and incredibly satisfying. This easy homemade chicken pizza base uses ground chicken, eggs, and cheese for a flavorful alternative to traditional dough. Perfect for keto or gluten-free lifestyles, it’s a quick and delicious weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup sugar-free marinara or pizza sauce
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (more if desired)
- Your choice of toppings: sliced bell peppers, mushrooms, onions, turkey ham, olives, spinach, etc.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, mozzarella, parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and salt. Mix well.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared baking sheet. Flatten and shape it into a pizza base about ¼-inch thick.
- Bake the crust for 20 minutes, or until fully cooked and golden at the edges.
- Remove from oven, spread marinara sauce over the crust, sprinkle with mozzarella, and add your favorite toppings.
- Return to oven and broil for 2–4 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Watch carefully.
- Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Ground turkey or lean beef can be substituted for chicken.
- This recipe freezes well. Bake the crust, cool, and store before adding toppings.
- Drain excess liquid from chicken before mixing for a less soggy crust.
- For a crispier crust, bake a few extra minutes before adding toppings.
- Use pre-cooked or quick-cooking toppings to avoid excess moisture.
- Add crushed red pepper or fresh basil after baking for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approx. ⅓ pizza
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g