Chicken Crust Pizza Low Carb (Print Format)

Savor pizza topped with mozzarella and basil on a savory chicken-based crust, perfect for gluten free or low-carb meals.

# Ingredients:

01 - 2 cups shredded chicken

02 - ¾ cup shredded mozzarella cheese, divided

03 - 1 large egg

04 - ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

05 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder

06 - ¼ cup pizza sauce

07 - 1 cup pepperoni

08 - 1 cup fresh basil

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and set aside.

02 - In a large bowl, mix together the shredded chicken, ¼ cup of mozzarella cheese, egg, parmesan cheese, and garlic powder.

03 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking sheet and flatten it into a circle about ¼ inch thick.

04 - Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until golden brown and no longer wet looking on top.

05 - Remove the crust from the oven, spread the pizza sauce on top followed by the remaining mozzarella cheese, and arrange the desired toppings.

06 - Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

07 - Allow the pizza to cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

01 - Use a pizza stone for a crispier crust.

02 - Shred cooked or rotisserie chicken using a food processor or electric mixer for efficiency.

03 - Use parchment paper to prevent the crust from sticking.

04 - Ground turkey can be substituted for shredded chicken if needed.