High Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Crust Pizza
Satisfy your pizza cravings with a healthy twist! This High Protein Cottage Cheese Chicken Crust Pizza combines the classic pizza experience with high-protein ingredients, making it perfect for fitness enthusiasts and families alike. With its low-carb crust made from cottage cheese and chicken, this dish is not only flavorful but also customizable with your favorite toppings. Enjoy a guilt-free indulgence that’s sure to impress at any gathering!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8 slices 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken breast
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Your choice of toppings (e.g., bell peppers, onions, pepperoni)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, mix together cottage cheese, shredded chicken, eggs, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning until well combined.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet or pizza stone to about half an inch thick.
- Bake the crust for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and firm to touch.
- Remove from oven and layer on marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and your preferred toppings.
- Bake again for an additional 10-15 minutes until the cheese is bubbly and edges are crispy. Slice and serve.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 100g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg