Broccoli Chicken Crust Pizza (Print View)

A creative low-carb pizza with a crust made from broccoli and chicken, loaded with fresh vegetables and melted cheese.

# What You'll Need:

→ Crust

01 - 2 cups cooked broccoli florets, finely chopped
02 - 1.5 cups cooked chicken breast, finely shredded
03 - 1 large egg
04 - 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
05 - 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
06 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 0.25 teaspoon salt
09 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

10 - 0.5 cup sugar-free tomato sauce
11 - 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
12 - 0.5 small red onion, thinly sliced
13 - 0.5 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
14 - 0.5 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
15 - 0.25 cup black olives, sliced
16 - 1 cup baby spinach leaves
17 - 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet or pizza stone with parchment paper.
02 - Combine chopped broccoli, shredded 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 and shape into a 12-inch round or oval pizza crust approximately 0.5 inch thick.
04 - Bake for 20 minutes until firm and golden brown.
05 - Remove from oven and spread tomato sauce evenly over the crust surface.
06 - Sprinkle mozzarella cheese over sauce, then layer sliced onion, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, olives, and spinach.
07 - Sprinkle dried Italian herbs across the topped pizza.
08 - Return to oven and bake for 8-10 minutes until cheese is melted and bubbly.
09 - Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with chili flakes or fresh basil if desired.
10 - Slice and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes indulgent while keeping you full and energized, not sluggish.
  • You get pizza night without the guilt or the afternoon carb crash afterward.
  • The crust holds up to whatever toppings you love, making it endlessly customizable.
02 -
  • If your broccoli and chicken are still warm when you mix them, the egg can start cooking prematurely and create lumps—let them cool to room temperature first.
  • Don't skip the initial 20-minute pre-bake; a fully cooked crust is the difference between pizza and a soggy vegetable casserole.
03 -
  • If you don't have pre-cooked chicken and broccoli, you can absolutely cook them fresh—just make sure everything is cool and as dry as possible before mixing.
  • The parchment paper is not optional; it prevents sticking and ensures even browning on the bottom, which is where the magic happens.
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