Crispy Chicken Crust Pizza (Print Version)
Golden crispy chicken base topped with classic pizza flavors, ready in 40 minutes.
# What You 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
11 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
12 - 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
13 - Fresh basil leaves for garnish
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line large baking tray or pizza stone with parchment paper.
02 - Combine ground chicken, egg, Parmesan, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in bowl. Mix until fully incorporated.
03 - Spread chicken mixture evenly on prepared tray, forming 12-inch round circle about 1/3 inch thick.
04 - Bake crust 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 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. Serve hot.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You get that satisfying pizza crunch without the heavy carb coma that follows regular crust
- The protein content keeps you full for hours, making it perfect for dinner without late night snacking
02 -
- Skip the paper towel blotting step and you will end up with a soggy middle that falls apart when you try to pick up a slice
- The crust needs the full 15 minute par-bake, even if it looks done earlier, or it will not hold the weight of toppings
03 -
- Press the chicken mixture thinner than you think necessary because it will shrink and puff slightly during baking
- Room temperature chicken mixes more evenly and creates a smoother crust texture than cold meat