Broccoli Chicken Crust Pizza (Printable)

A healthy twist on pizza with a broccoli-chicken crust, loaded with fresh veggies and cheese for a nutritious, satisfying meal.

# Ingredient List:

→ Crust

01 - 2 cups cooked broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 - 1½ 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

→ Toppings

10 - ½ cup sugar-free tomato 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
18 - Chili flakes, optional
19 - Fresh basil leaves, optional

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet or pizza stone with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine chopped broccoli, shredded chicken, egg, mozzarella, Parmesan, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. 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 crust from oven. Spread tomato sauce evenly over surface. Sprinkle with mozzarella cheese.
06 - Arrange red onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, olives, and spinach over cheese. Sprinkle with dried Italian herbs.
07 - Return pizza to oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
08 - Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chili flakes and fresh basil if desired. Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It tastes like real pizza, crispy and cheesy, but won't leave you feeling sluggish afterward.
  • Your guests won't realize it's low-carb until you tell them, and honestly, that's the best kind of compliment.
  • It comes together faster than ordering delivery, and your kitchen smells infinitely better.
02 -
  • Moisture is the enemy—if your broccoli or cooked chicken is too wet, your crust will be soggy and dense instead of crispy and textured.
  • Don't skip the pre-baking step; baking the crust alone for 20 minutes is what makes the bottom firm enough to hold toppings without becoming a floppy mess.
  • This pizza is best eaten fresh, but leftovers do reheat beautifully in a 350°F oven for about five minutes.
03 -
  • If your crust starts browning too quickly on the edges, cover it loosely with foil during the final bake and remove it in the last two minutes to let the cheese finish.
  • Pat your cooked broccoli and chicken completely dry before mixing—any excess moisture will prevent the crust from crisping properly.
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