Chicken Crust Pizza
This Chicken Crust Pizza is a low-carb, protein-packed alternative to traditional pizza, featuring a crispy chicken base topped with fresh vegetables and cheese. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
- 1/2 cup sliced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine shredded chicken, 1/2 cup mozzarella, egg, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until it forms a dough-like consistency.
- Place the chicken mixture on the parchment paper and press it into a 10-inch circle, forming the crust.
- Bake the crust for 15 minutes until it turns golden and crispy.
- Remove from oven and spread tomato sauce evenly over the crust.
- Top with mushrooms, bell peppers, olives, and remaining mozzarella cheese.
- Bake for an additional 10 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes before serving or add a drizzle of balsamic glaze on top.