Description
This Keto Chicken Pizza Crust recipe offers a low-carb, high-protein alternative to traditional pizza crusts by using ground chicken blended with cheeses and Italian seasoning. Baked to perfection, it forms a deliciously crispy and flavorful base for your favorite pizza toppings, making it ideal for keto diet enthusiasts seeking a classic pizza experience without the carbs.
Ingredients
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Crust Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- â…“ cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Pizza Toppings
- ½ cup pizza sauce
- 1¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Assorted pizza toppings of your choice (e.g., pepperoni, bell peppers, mushrooms, olives)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for baking the chicken crust evenly.
- Mix crust ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, grated parmesan, Italian seasoning, and ¼ cup shredded mozzarella cheese. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Form the crust: Press the chicken mixture firmly into a circular shape about 8-10 inches in diameter on a piece of parchment paper or directly onto a pizza stone. If using parchment paper, place the sheet on a baking tray for stability.
- Bake the crust: Bake the pressed chicken crust in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until it is cooked through and starting to firm up.
- Drain excess juices: Remove the crust from the oven carefully and drain off any juices released during baking to prevent sogginess in the final pizza.
- Add sauce and toppings: Spread ½ cup of pizza sauce over the partially cooked crust, then sprinkle the remaining 1¼ cups of shredded mozzarella cheese evenly on top. Add your preferred pizza toppings over the cheese layer.
- Final bake: Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly, and the toppings are cooked to your liking.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken mixture is pressed firmly to create a stable crust that holds together during baking.
- Drain excess juices after the first bake to avoid a soggy crust.
- You can customize the pizza toppings to your preference while keeping it keto-friendly, such as using low-carb vegetables and high-fat meats.
- Let the crust cool slightly before slicing to help it firm up further.
- Using a pizza stone can help achieve a crisper bottom crust.
