Broccoli Chicken Crust Pizza (Printable)

Flavorful low-carb pizza with broccoli chicken crust, topped with colorful vegetables and melted cheese.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 2 cups cooked broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 - 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast, finely shredded
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
09 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

10 - 0.5 cup sugar-free tomato sauce
11 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 0.5 small red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 0.5 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 0.25 cup black olives, sliced
16 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
17 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
18 - Chili flakes, optional
19 - Fresh basil leaves, optional

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet or pizza stone with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine finely chopped broccoli, shredded chicken, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until uniform sticky dough forms.
03 - Transfer mixture to prepared baking sheet. Shape into 12-inch round or oval pizza crust approximately 0.5 inch thick.
04 - Bake for 20 minutes until firm and golden brown.
05 - Remove crust from oven. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the entire surface.
06 - Sprinkle mozzarella cheese, then layer onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, olives, and spinach.
07 - Sprinkle dried Italian herbs over vegetable layers.
08 - Return pizza to oven and bake 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Remove from oven and cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chili flakes and fresh basil if desired. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • High in protein with 34g per serving to keep you satisfied.
  • Low-carb friendly with only 8g of carbohydrates per portion.
  • Packed with nutrient-dense vegetables like broccoli, spinach, and bell peppers.
  • A perfect gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza crusts.
02 -
  • Ensure the cooked broccoli is well-drained before mixing to keep the crust firm.
  • Pre-baking the crust until golden brown is essential for a sturdy base.
  • Let the pizza cool for a few minutes before slicing to allow the cheese and crust to set.
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