Description
Indulge in the deliciousness of Chicken Crust Pizza, a creative take on traditional pizza that offers a protein-packed crust made entirely from juicy chicken. This innovative recipe is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home when you want to enjoy pizza without the carbs. Customize it with your favorite toppings and watch as it becomes a crowd-pleaser at any gathering. Experience the mouthwatering aroma and amazing flavor explosion that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- Toppings of choice (pepperoni, veggies, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine ground chicken, eggs, mozzarella cheese, and Italian seasoning until fully blended.
- On a parchment-lined baking sheet, shape the chicken mixture into a round crust about ½ inch thick.
- Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and firm.
- Remove from oven and spread pizza sauce over the crust; add mozzarella and desired toppings.
- Return to oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: Experiment with different seasonings or cheeses like feta or gouda for added flavor. For a dairy-free version, substitute cheese with nutritional yeast or dairy-free cheese alternatives. Avoid overloading with toppings to maintain crust crispiness.