Crispy Chicken Crust Pizza (Printable)
Golden crispy chicken base topped with classic pizza flavors. High-protein, low-carb, and gluten-free alternative.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken Crust
01 - 1.1 lbs ground chicken
02 - 1 large egg
03 - 1.8 oz grated Parmesan cheese
04 - 1 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1 tsp Italian seasoning
06 - 1/2 tsp salt
07 - 1/2 tsp black pepper
→ Toppings
08 - 1/2 cup sugar-free pizza sauce
09 - 5.3 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - 2.1 oz sliced pepperoni
11 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
13 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking tray or pizza stone with parchment paper.
02 - Combine ground chicken, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper in a bowl. Mix until fully incorporated.
03 - Spread the chicken mixture evenly on the prepared tray, forming a 12-inch round circle approximately 1/3 inch thick.
04 - Bake for 15 minutes until firm and starting to turn golden.
05 - Remove from oven and carefully blot any surface moisture with paper towels.
06 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over the crust. Top with mozzarella, pepperoni, onion, and bell pepper.
07 - Return to oven and bake 8-10 minutes until cheese is bubbly and golden.
08 - Let pizza rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- You get all the pizza satisfaction without the heavy carb crash that usually follows
- The crispy, golden crust holds up beautifully under all your favorite toppings
02 -
- Blotting the crust after the first bake is the secret step that prevents soggy pizza
- The crust needs those full 5 minutes of resting time or it'll fall apart when you slice it
03 -
- Use a pizza stone if you have one for the crispiest bottom crust possible
- Press the chicken mixture thin enough that it cooks through but not so thin it tears