Broccoli Chicken Crust Pizza (Printable)

Flavorful low-carb pizza with broccoli-chicken crust, loaded with fresh vegetables and melted cheese.

# What You'll Need:

→ For the Crust

01 - 2 cups cooked broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 - 1 ½ cups cooked chicken breast, finely shredded
03 - 1 large egg
04 - ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - ½ teaspoon dried oregano
07 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ¼ teaspoon salt
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ For the Toppings

10 - ½ cup sugar-free tomato sauce or pizza sauce
11 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
13 - ½ red bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - ¼ cup black olives, sliced
16 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
17 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet or pizza stone with parchment paper.
02 - Combine broccoli, chicken, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix until a sticky, uniform dough forms.
03 - Transfer mixture to prepared baking sheet. Shape into a 12-inch round or oval crust, approximately ½ inch thick.
04 - Bake for 20 minutes until firm and golden brown.
05 - Remove from oven. Spread tomato sauce evenly over the surface. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
06 - Arrange onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, olives, and spinach on top of the cheese.
07 - Sprinkle with dried Italian herbs. Return to oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, then garnish with chili flakes or fresh basil if desired. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • A nutritious, low-carb option with only 8g of carbohydrates per serving.
  • High in protein (34g per serving) to keep you feeling full and energized.
  • An excellent way to incorporate more vegetables like broccoli and spinach into a meal.
02 -
  • Pre-baking the crust until golden brown is essential to ensure it stays firm under the toppings.
  • Squeeze any excess moisture from the cooked broccoli before mixing to avoid a soggy base.
  • Reheat leftovers in an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave to preserve the best texture.
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