If you're looking for a protein-rich, gluten-free alternative to traditional pizza crust, this Ground Chicken Pizza Crust is a simple and satisfying option. It's low in carbs and holds up well to your favorite toppings.
For more pizza inspired dinners, checkout this Pizza Rice Casserole or my Meatzza recipe!
If you'd like more high protein recipes, you'll love my list of High Protein Bowl Recipes, Gluten Free Ramen, or this Easy Paleo Egg Salad!
🔍 Quick Look: Ground Chicken Pizza Crust
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 5 minutes
- 🍳 Cook Time: 25 minutes
- 🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
- 👥 Servings: 4
- 📊 Calories: ~100
- 🔥 Cook Method: Oven based
- 👩🍳 Main Ingredients: Ground chicken and cottage cheese.
- ⭐ Difficulty: Easy
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Why You'll Love this High Protein Recipe
- It's packed with protein! You can easily hit your protein goals with this recipe.
- It's gluten and grain free.
- It can easily be made dairy free with a few swaps.
Ingredients Needed
- Ground Chicken: The star of the show! You can make this with Italian sausage and beef but just note that the calories WILL go up, this is a nice high protein but low calorie way to make it.
- Cottage Cheese: I always use no or low fat as it has the highest protein content! Make my Autumn Squash Soup with your leftover cottage cheese!
See the recipe card below for quantities!
Swaps and Variations
- Dairy-free: Use dairy-free cheeses to keep this fully paleo and dairy-free.
- Spicy: Add crushed red pepper flakes or a pinch of cayenne to the crust for extra heat.
- Cheese swaps: Try a mix of hard cheeses like pecorino, or use goat cheese for a tangy finish.
- Herbs: Fresh basil or thyme can be mixed into the crust or used as toppings.
- Ricotta Cheese: You can do a 1:1 ratio swap and use ricotta instead of cottage cheese!
How to Make a Ground Chicken Pizza Crust
- Step 1: Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and combine thoroughly.
Step 2: Evenly spread it out on a parchment paper lined baking sheet and bake.
- Step 3: Spread sauce and toppings onto the crust and bake again until warmed through and the cheese is melted.
Storage and Reheating
- Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-5 days.
- Freezer: Wrap cooled crust or fully baked pizza slices tightly in plastic wrap, then store in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm in a 350°F oven for 8-10 minutes or until heated through. Avoid the microwave if possible to maintain the texture.
FAQ's for Ground Chicken Pizza Crust
Yes! It's naturally low in carbohydrates and high in protein, making it a great fit for keto, low-carb, and gluten-free diets.
Yes! You can pre-bake the crust and store it in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze it for up to 2 months. Just add your toppings and finish baking when you're ready.
Any toppings you'd regularly use! Think black olives, sliced peppers, crushed garlic, bacon, tomatoes, etc.
Suggested Serving Options
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Ground Chicken Pizza Crust
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 baking sheet
- 1 Rubber Spatula
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground chicken
- 1 egg
- ½ cup non fat cottage cheese
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black pepper
- 1 tsp. fresh garlic or 1 diced garlic clove
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 400F.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together all of the ingredients.
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- Using a rubber spatula, spread the meat mixture in a round or rectangle pizza crust shape, about ¼-1/2 inch thickness. Try to keep it as even as possible.
- Bake in the oven for approximately 20 minutes, or until the crust is lightly golden and fully cooked.
- Remove the crust and drain any excess liquid, top with your favorite toppings, and place back in the oven until everything is warm and the cheese (if using) is melted.
- When it's finished, allow it to set for 3-5 minute, then slice it into pieces.
Notes
- Season the crust itself. Don't rely on toppings alone for flavor. In addition to the garlic, try adding Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, or onion powder directly into the chicken mixture.
- Go easy on the sauce. Too much sauce introduces moisture that can soften the crust. A thin to medium, even layer is all you need.
- Let it rest before slicing. Give the pizza 3-5 minutes to rest after coming out of the oven. This helps it firm up and makes slicing much cleaner.
Sarah says
Loving how much protein this has in it! The crust holds up well too.