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Chicken Crust Pizza Recipe

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  • Author: Eliza
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

This Chicken Crust Pizza recipe offers a low-carb, protein-packed alternative to traditional pizza by using ground chicken as the crust. It's topped with flavorful tomato sauce, pepperoni, and mozzarella cheese, baked to perfection in just 25 minutes, making it a perfect quick and healthy meal option.

Ingredients

For the Chicken Crust

  • 1 pound ground chicken
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

For the Topping

  • 1 cup tomato sauce
  • 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup pepperoni slices

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 420°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
  2. Prepare Chicken Crust Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, shredded cheddar cheese, egg, salt, and Italian seasoning. Mix thoroughly to create a uniform mixture that will form the crust.
  3. Shape and Par-Bake Crust: Transfer the chicken mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Press it down firmly into a large round pizza shape about 1/4 inch thick. Bake it for 8 to 10 minutes until it starts to set and lightly firm up.
  4. Add Toppings: Remove the crust from the oven carefully. Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the crust, add the pepperoni slices on top, and then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella cheese.
  5. Bake Pizza: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes until the cheese melts and bubbles, and the toppings are heated through.
  6. Serve: Remove the pizza from the oven, let it cool slightly for a couple of minutes, then slice into portions and serve warm.

Notes

  • Ensure the chicken is pressed firmly and evenly to avoid a crumbly crust.
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy transfer.
  • You can customize toppings based on preference, such as adding vegetables or different meats.
  • Let the pizza rest a few minutes after baking for easier slicing.
  • Use lean ground chicken to reduce fat content if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://recipekind.com/chicken-crust-pizza-recipe/