Description
A delicious and healthy twist on traditional pizza, made with a protein-packed chicken crust.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1/4 cup sliced olives (black or green)
- 1/2 cup sliced pepperoni (optional)
- Olive oil for greasing the baking sheet
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, greasing it with olive oil.
- In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to the prepared baking sheet and spread it into a circular shape, about 1/2 inch thick, with slightly raised edges.
- Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the crust from the oven and spread marinara sauce over the top. Add toppings: diced bell peppers, sliced olives, and pepperoni (if using), then sprinkle additional mozzarella cheese on top.
- Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, use vegan cheese.
- For an egg substitute, try a flaxseed meal mixture.
- Experiment with spices like paprika or chili powder for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Chicken Crust Pizza, Healthy Pizza, Gluten-Free Pizza, Low-Carb Pizza