Description
Chicken Crust Pizza is a delicious low-carb alternative to traditional pizza, featuring a crispy chicken-based crust topped with classic pizza sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your favorite toppings such as pepperoni or vegetables. This gluten-free, keto-friendly recipe is perfect for those looking for a healthier pizza option without sacrificing flavor.
Ingredients
Crust
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 egg
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Toppings
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni, vegetables, or cooked sausage, as desired
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400°F (200°C) to prepare it for baking the chicken crust pizza.
- Prepare the crust mixture: In a bowl, combine the shredded cooked chicken, egg, grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder thoroughly until the mixture is well blended and holds together.
- Form the crust: Line a pizza pan with parchment paper and press the chicken mixture evenly into a round pizza shape, about a quarter-inch thick, to form the crust.
- Bake the crust: Place the crust in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until it turns golden brown and is firm.
- Add toppings: Remove the crust from the oven, spread the pizza sauce evenly over the top, then sprinkle with shredded mozzarella and add your chosen toppings like pepperoni or vegetables.
- Bake the assembled pizza: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Cool and serve: Let the pizza cool for 5 minutes after baking to allow the crust to set before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Using rotisserie chicken simplifies making the crust and adds great flavor.
- For extra browning, broil the pizza for 2 minutes at the end of baking.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
