High Protein Mini Pizza
Satisfy your pizza cravings with these irresistible High Protein Mini Pizzas, a nutritious twist on a beloved classic. Built on a base of whole wheat English muffins, these mini pizzas are layered with vibrant tomato sauce, lean shredded chicken breast, and a perfect blend of part-skim mozzarella and Parmesan cheese for a protein-packed punch. Fresh toppings like red bell pepper, black olives, and spinach add a delightful crunch and a burst of flavor, while a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of oregano and basil bring everything together. Ready in less than 30 minutes, these quick and easy mini pizzas are ideal for a wholesome snack, a fun appetizer, or a light meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, they're a delicious way to enjoy guilt-free indulgence while keeping your protein intake on point.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Whole wheat English muffins
- 1 cup Tomato sauce
- 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1 cup Part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup Red bell pepper, chopped
- 0.25 cup Black olives, sliced
- 0.5 cup Spinach leaves, fresh
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the English muffins in half and place them on a baking sheet cut-side up.
Spread about 2 tablespoons of tomato sauce on each English muffin half.
Evenly distribute the shredded chicken over the tomato sauce on each muffin.
Sprinkle the mozzarella cheese over the chicken, followed by the Parmesan cheese.
Top each muffin with chopped red bell pepper, sliced black olives, and spinach leaves.
Drizzle a little olive oil over the top of each mini pizza.
Season with a sprinkle of dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and ground black pepper.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the edges of the muffins are crispy.
Remove the mini pizzas from the oven and let them cool for a minute or two before serving.
Enjoy your protein-packed mini pizzas as a delicious snack or as part of a meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1694 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.9 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.2 g | 116% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 283 mg | 94% | |
| Sodium | 3696 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.3 g | ||
| Protein | 137.9 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1449 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1035 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
