Chicken Crust Pizza
This chicken crust pizza is a healthy, low-carb alternative that combines the flavors of your favorite pizza with a protein-packed chicken crust, making it perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup diced green bell pepper, about ½ medium pepper
- ¼ cup tame or pickled jalapeños, drained and patted dry
- Fresh basil leaves and crushed red pepper, optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a round pizza pan or baking sheet with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, egg, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Spread the chicken mixture into a thin, even circle (about 10–12 inches in diameter) on the prepared parchment. Smooth the edges with damp hands or a spatula to prevent cracking during baking.
- Bake for 22–25 minutes, or until the crust is fully cooked and golden at the edges. Blot any excess moisture with a paper towel if necessary.
- Increase oven temperature to 425°F. Spread pizza sauce over the baked crust, then sprinkle half of the shredded mozzarella cheese.
- Add diced green bell pepper and jalapeños evenly, and top with the remaining mozzarella.
- Return to the oven and bake for 8–10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and the edges are delightfully crisp. For added crispness, broil during the last 2 minutes.
- Let the pizza rest for 3–5 minutes before slicing to allow the crust to firm up.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and crushed red pepper, if desired, and serve hot!