Description
Pizza night just got a protein-packed upgrade. These chicken-crust pizza squares use seasoned ground chicken as the base, topped with marinara, melted cheese, and your favorite toppings. They’re low in carbs, gluten-free, and deliver around 40g of protein per serving—perfect for a weeknight dinner, meal prep, or guilt-free pizza fix.
Ingredients
For the Crust
1 lb ground chicken
1/3 cup shredded mozzarella
1/4 cup grated Parmesan
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper, to taste
Toppings
1/3 cup marinara or pizza sauce
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella
Optional: pepperoni, mushrooms, olives, bell peppers, spinach
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make the crust: In a bowl, mix ground chicken, cheeses, egg, and seasonings until well combined.
Shape and bake: Spread mixture evenly onto the parchment-lined pan (about 1/2 inch thick, rectangle or square shape). Bake for 20–22 minutes until golden and set.
Add toppings: Remove from oven, spread sauce evenly, sprinkle with cheese and other toppings.
Broil or bake again: Return to oven for 5–7 minutes (or broil for 2–3) until cheese is bubbly.
Cool and slice: Let cool slightly, then cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Snack