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Growing up, I thought pizza crust had to be made with flour and yeast – it’s just how everyone did it. When my friend showed me her chicken-based crust, I’ll admit I was skeptical. My previous attempts at “alternative” crusts had been disappointing at best and inedible at worst.
But here’s the thing about ground chicken pizza crust – it’s actually easier to make than traditional dough. There’s no waiting for dough to rise, no kneading, and no flour mess all over your counter. Plus, if you’re trying to cut back on carbs or can’t eat gluten, this might be exactly what you’ve been looking for.
Possible Ingredient Alternatives
Ground chicken can be replaced with ground turkey for a similar lean protein option, or with cauliflower rice for a vegetarian alternative. For cauliflower, rice 1 medium head and squeeze out excess moisture before mixing with other ingredients. Adjust cooking time as needed.
Parmesan cheese can be substituted with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free option that maintains a savory, cheesy flavor. Use about 1/4 cup of nutritional yeast in place of the parmesan. For a nut-based alternative, try ground almonds or cashews.
Unflavored protein powder can be replaced with almond flour or coconut flour to maintain structure and add nutrients. Use 2-3 tablespoons of almond flour or 1-2 tablespoons of coconut flour, adjusting as needed for consistency. These alternatives may slightly alter the texture and protein content of the crust.
| Preparation Time | 15-20 minutes |
| Cooking Time | 30-40 minutes |
| Total Time | 45-60 minutes |
| Level of Difficulty | Medium |
Estimated Nutrition
Estimated nutrition for the whole recipe (without optional ingredients):
- Calories: 1000-1200
- Protein: 100-110 g
- Fat: 50-60 g
- Carbohydrates: 40-50 g
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken (99% fat free)
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 20g unflavored protein powder
- 1 tsp garlic salt (optional)
- 1/2 tsp onion powder (optional)
- 3 large eggs
- 1/2 cup pizza sauce
- 1 1/4 cups mozzarella cheese
- Pepperoni
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Egg Mixture
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
While the oven heats, crack 3 large eggs into a bowl and whisk them until the yolks and whites are combined.
Set the eggs aside for later use.
Step 2: Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine 20 grams of unflavored whey protein powder and 1/3 cup (30 grams) of freshly grated parmesan cheese.
For added flavor, you can opt to include 1 teaspoon of garlic salt and 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder.
Whisk the dry ingredients together until they are well combined.
Step 3: Combine Chicken and Dry Mixture
Take 1 lb of ground chicken and pat it dry to remove any excess liquid.
Place the ground chicken in a mixing bowl.
Add the dry ingredient mixture to the bowl and gently mix using your hands until everything is thoroughly combined.
Step 4: Add Eggs and Form the Crust
Pour the previously whisked eggs into the chicken mixture.
Use a spatula to mix everything together until a thick batter consistency is achieved.
Line a 14-inch pizza pan with parchment paper, then pour the chicken batter onto the lined pan.
Spread it evenly to form a crust about 1 inch thick.
Step 5: Bake the Chicken Crust
Bake the chicken crust in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes.
During this time, prepare the sauce by mixing 1/2 cup (140 grams) of sugar-free tomato sauce with garlic salt, onion powder, and zero-calorie sweetener to taste, along with a drizzle of olive oil.
Step 6: Assemble and Finish the Pizza
Once the crust has baked, remove it from the oven and let it cool slightly before flipping it over.
Spread the prepared tomato sauce over the flipped chicken crust.
Top it with about 1 1/4 cups (168 grams) of mozzarella cheese.
Optionally, add pepperoni or other toppings of your choice.
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for another 15 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Finish off by broiling the pizza for a few minutes until the cheese is fully melted and slightly golden.
Enjoy your delicious high-protein chicken crust pizza!
