Low Carb Cheese and Chicken Pizza
Indulge in guilt-free pizza night with this Low Carb Cheese and Chicken Pizza, a protein-packed dish that satisfies cravings without the carbs. This innovative recipe features a golden, cheesy crust made from mozzarella, Parmesan, cream cheese, and egg, offering a gluten-free and keto-friendly alternative to traditional dough. Topped with succulent olive oil-infused chicken breast, vibrant bell peppers, red onion, mushrooms, and black olives, every bite bursts with flavor. A drizzle of low-sugar pizza sauce and a sprinkle of fresh basil complete this masterpiece. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this 30-minute recipe proves that healthy eating can be deliciously satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce (low-sugar or homemade)
- 0.5 cup Bell pepper, sliced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, sliced
- 0.5 cup Mushrooms, sliced
- 0.25 cup Black olives, sliced
- 8 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine 1.5 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese and the cream cheese. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until both are melted and well combined.
Add the egg and grated Parmesan cheese to the melted cheese mixture, stirring until fully incorporated and the dough becomes smooth.
Spread the cheese and egg mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet to form an approximately 10-inch crust.
Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until it turns golden brown. Remove from the oven and set aside.
While the crust is baking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breast, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken until it's no longer pink, approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove from heat and slice into strips.
Spread the pizza sauce over the baked crust, and top with the remaining 0.5 cup of mozzarella cheese.
Arrange the cooked chicken, bell pepper slices, red onion, mushrooms, and black olives evenly over the sauce and cheese.
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves, slice, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 120.2 g | 154% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.2 g | 266% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 836 mg | 279% | |
| Sodium | 4206 mg | 183% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.2 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 227.9 g | 456% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 2251 mg | 173% | |
| Iron | 9.1 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2196 mg | 47% | |
*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.
