This Chicken Crust Pizza is a healthy alternative to a delicious favorite that uses protein-packed chicken as the crust. Topped with gooey cheese, savory pepperoni, and tasty spices, this pizza will hit all the high points.
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I absolutely love this take on pizza. This Chicken Crust Pizza is a healthier alternative that adds lean protein and reduces the carbs. I feel totally guiltless when I throw on my favorite toppings and seasonings. Enjoy this homemade pizza any time of the year and consider it a win for your healthy eating goal.
- TASTE: With a savory crust, rich cheese topping, and seasonings that make the flavors pop, this pizza is a winner. You’ll love adding all your favorites to this low-carb dish.
- TEXTURE: The crust has a nice chew to it. You’ll also like how it combines with the layer of gooey cheese on top.
- TIME: This recipe takes only 40 minutes to make.
- EASE: With ground chicken for the crust, this is super simple to make. I like using premade pizza sauce to cut down on time and make it even easier.
What You’ll Need
Ingredient Notes
- Ground chicken- This is the easiest chicken to work with when making a crust.
- Pizza sauce- We made our own but you can use store bought to save time.
- Cheese- Parmesan cheese and mozzarella cheese are used to add that gooey cheese layer and a little salty, nutty flavor. You can use low-fat cheese if you’re looking for a healthier option.
- Eggs- These help bind the chicken in the crust together so that it doesn’t fall apart when cooked and eaten.
- Seasonings- We’ll use Garlic powder, Italian seasoning, Sea salt, and Black pepper to season this pizza. These spices add wonderful flavor that bring to mind the best pizzas.
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Add other toppings- We went classic pepperoni, but you can use other topping ideas. Try it with red onions, mushrooms, fresh basil, or black olives.
- Use another meat for the crust- I like ground chicken for its ease, but you can also use ground turkey or even canned chicken. Keep in mind you will need to use a food processor to make the cooked chicken into the right consistency for a crust.
- Substitute the meat- Instead of pepperoni, try diced chicken, ham, bacon, beef patty, or sausage.
How to Make Chicken Crust Pizza
- Prep the crust. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit before adding the ground chicken, eggs, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix. Using a wooden spoon or your clean hands, mix everything together thoroughly.
- Spread the pizza dough out. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and then evenly spread the chicken mixture on top into a thin rectangle that’s about 15” x 10” large.
- Bake the crust. Pre-bake bake the meat crust for about 15 to 18 minutes.
- Add toppings. Remove the pizza crust from the oven then spread the pizza sauce on top, along with the shredded mozzarella cheese and pepperoni (or your favorite topping).
- Bake the pizza until golden brown. Place the pizza back in the oven and bake for another 7 to 10 minutes or until the cheese gets bubbly and golden.
Pro Tip: Make sure you get the crust around 1/4 inch thick. If it’s too thin, it will burn easily or fall apart. Too thick and it won’t fully cook unless you add extra time.
Recipe Tips
- Use ground meat- I highly suggest that you use ground chicken because it is ready to mix with the flavorings and binders. Cooked chicken means added steps and possibly a different texture.
- Use premade sauce- Keep this quick and easy with store-bought sauce or homemade sauce that you have flavored with oregano and already have ready.
- Keep the crust the right size- For this recipe, the cook times and shape of the pizza are determined for the best results. Make sure you follow them so your pizza fully cooks and doesn’t fall apart.
- Cook longer if you like- If you’re someone who likes a well done pizza, then add a few minutes to get that dark golden color you like.
FAQs
The biggest mistake that you can make with a chicken crust pizza is skipping the pre-bake of the crust. If you don’t bake it first, it will become soggy and not cook through. Also, avoid overloading it with toppings as this can affect the stability of the crust.
If you love your pizza crispy, then cook it for a little longer and spread it a little thinner than I did for this recipe. Keep an eye on it so it doesn’t burn and you’ll get nice crispy slices in the end. You can also flip it halfway through the pre-bake process to get it crispy on both sides.
Serving Suggestions
This ground chicken crust pizza recipe is perfect with lots of other dishes. Enjoy it with dips, salads, and healthy desserts.
- Dips: Dip your slice in some Buttermilk Ranch, BBQ Sauce, or bleu cheese dressing.
- Salads: Pair this chicken crust pizza with a Spinach Pomegranate Salad, Broccoli Cranberry Salad, Cabbage Cucumber Salad, or Chopped Italian Salad.
- Healthy desserts: Pair this healthy version of a pizza with some healthier dessert options, such as this Paleo Chocolate Fudge, Fruit Kabobs, or Paleo chocolate pudding.
Make This Recipe in Advance
Make ahead: You can pre-bake the crust ahead of time and store it in the fridge until you’re ready to top and cook it. Having your sauce ready to go also helps make this recipe faster.
Storing: Store any leftovers of this pizza in an airtight container or ziplock bag to keep it fresh. Use it within 4 days of making it.
Freeze: Freeze the pizza in separate slices to make it easier to eat in a freezer ziplock bag or container. It will last for about 3 months. Thaw it in the fridge before reheating it on the stove or in the oven to get the bottom crisp.
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Full Recipe Instructions
Chicken Crust Pizza
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Toppings
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella
- Pepperoni for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large mixing bowl, add in the ground chicken, eggs, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
- Using a wooden spoon or your clean hands, mix everything together thoroughly.
- Line, a baking sheet with parchment paper, then spread the meat mixture on top. Evenly spread out to a thin rectangle that’s about 15” x 10” large. Or Just under 1/4 inch thick.
- Pre-bake bake the meat crust in the preheated oven for about 15 to 18 minutes.
- Remove the meat pizza crust from the oven then spread the pizza sauce on top, along with the shredded mozzarella cheese and pepperoni.
- Place the pizza back in the oven and bake for another 7 to 10 minutes or until the cheese gets bubbly and golden.
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