Meat Crust Pizza
Ditch the traditional dough and embrace the bold, protein-packed delight of Meat Crust Pizza! This low-carb, gluten-free creation features a flavorful crust made from a savory blend of ground beef, ground pork, Parmesan cheese, and seasonings, delivering a hearty base that’s packed with flavor. Topped with zesty pizza sauce, gooey melted mozzarella, and your favorite toppings—like pepperoni, olives, and bell peppers—this pizza is a satisfying, keto-friendly twist on a classic. Perfect for those seeking a high-protein alternative, this recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an easy weeknight dinner or a show-stopping addition to your meal rotation. With its juicy, cheesy, and utterly indulgent layers, Meat Crust Pizza is a game-changer for pizza night!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 0.5 lb Ground pork
- 1 Egg
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Pizza sauce
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 12 Pepperoni slices
- 0.25 cup Olives (sliced, optional)
- 0.25 cup Bell peppers (diced, optional)
- 0.25 cup Mushrooms (sliced, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet or pizza pan with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, egg, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Transfer the meat mixture to the prepared baking sheet and shape it into a flat, round crust approximately 10-12 inches in diameter and about 1/2 inch thick.
Bake the meat crust in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until it is browned and cooked through. Remove from the oven and carefully drain any excess grease.
Spread the pizza sauce evenly over the cooked meat crust.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the sauce, then add your desired toppings such as pepperoni, olives, bell peppers, and mushrooms.
Return the pizza to the oven and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove the pizza from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 348.0 g | 446% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.1 g | 710% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1244 mg | 415% | |
| Sodium | 11447 mg | 498% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.3 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 287.0 g | 574% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 2245 mg | 173% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 3419 mg | 73% | |
*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.
