Crispy Chicken Crust Pizza (Printer-friendly)

Golden chicken base pizza with classic toppings, ideal for low-carb and gluten-free diets

# What You'll Need:

→ 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 or preferred toppings
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 It:

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 chicken mixture evenly on prepared tray, forming a 12-inch round circle approximately 1/3 inch thick.
04 - Bake crust for 15 minutes until firm and beginning to turn golden.
05 - Remove from oven and carefully blot any surface moisture with paper towels.
06 - Spread pizza sauce evenly over 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 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • You get all the pizza satisfaction without the heavy carb crash that leaves you napping on the couch
  • The crispy chicken crust creates this incredible golden texture that somehow holds up under all those toppings
  • It has become my go-to Friday dinner because it feels indulgent while actually packing serious protein
02 -
  • Blotting the crust after the first bake is not optional, it is the secret weapon that prevents moisture from pooling under your toppings
  • Letting the pizza rest before cutting feels wrong when you are hungry, but cutting too soon makes the crust fall apart
  • The crust firms up significantly as it cools slightly, so do not panic if it seems a bit soft right out of the oven
03 -
  • Use a food processor to pulse the chicken a few times before mixing for a more cohesive crust
  • Room temperature ingredients mix more evenly and create a better texture

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