Description
This High-Protein Chicken Crust Caesar Salad Pizza offers a delicious and healthy twist on traditional pizza by using a ground chicken breast crust topped with fresh romaine Caesar salad, red onion, and parmesan cheese. Perfect for a low-carb, protein-packed meal that combines the flavors of a classic Caesar salad with the satisfying texture of pizza.
Ingredients
For the pizza crust:
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 lb ground chicken breast
For the toppings:
- 9 oz chopped romaine lettuce (about 1 head)
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup prepared Caesar salad dressing (Ken’s Creamy Caesar recommended)
- 2 Tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
- Pinch of red chili pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a 13-inch pizza pan with parchment paper or use nonstick sprayed foil. Optionally, place a half sheet pan on the bottom rack to catch any spillovers from the crust as it bakes.
- Mix the crust ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and pepper using a fork. Add the shredded mozzarella cheese and then crumble in the ground chicken breast. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Form and bake the crust: Scoop the chicken mixture onto the prepared pan and use a spatula to evenly spread it into an 11-inch circle (or rectangle if using a half sheet pan). Bake in the oven for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through baking, until the crust is golden brown on top. Note that liquid may appear but will cook off by the end of baking. Remove and let cool slightly.
- Prepare the salad topping: While the crust cools, toss the chopped romaine lettuce with the Caesar salad dressing in a medium bowl until the lettuce is well coated.
- Assemble and serve: Slice the chicken crust into four or more pieces. Top each slice with the dressed Caesar salad, thinly sliced red onion, shredded parmesan cheese, and optionally sprinkle a pinch of red chili pepper flakes. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- If saving leftovers, keep the crust and salad separate until ready to eat to avoid sogginess.
- The chicken crust releases some liquid during baking, so use a pan setup to catch spillovers.
- Adjust dressing and parmesan quantities to personal taste.
- For extra heat, add more red chili flakes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Pizza
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
