Broccoli Chicken Crust Pizza (Printable)

A healthy, low-carb pizza with a unique broccoli and chicken crust topped with fresh vegetables and melted cheese.

# What You 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 and fresh basil leaves, optional

# How-To Steps:

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 a sticky, uniform dough forms.
03 - Transfer mixture to prepared baking sheet. Shape into a 12-inch round or oval pizza crust, approximately 0.5 inch thick.
04 - Bake crust for 20 minutes until firm and golden brown.
05 - Remove crust from oven. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the surface.
06 - Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese, then layer onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, olives, and spinach. Sprinkle with dried Italian herbs.
07 - Return pizza to oven and bake for 8 to 10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven and let 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 and only 8g of carbohydrates.
  • A nutrient-rich alternative to traditional dough, perfect for low-carb and gluten-free diets.
  • Bursting with fresh flavors from cherry tomatoes, spinach, and Italian herbs.
02 -
  • Ensure the broccoli is well-drained after cooking to prevent the crust from becoming soggy.
  • Press the mixture firmly when shaping the crust to help it bind together.
  • Let the pizza rest for a few minutes after the final bake to allow the structure to set before slicing.
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