Description
A high-protein, low-carb pizza alternative made with lean ground chicken, marinara sauce, and mozzarella cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground chicken
- ½ cup marinara sauce
- 1 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup turkey pepperoni slices
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix ground chicken, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and form into round patties on the baking sheet.
- Spoon marinara sauce evenly over each patty.
- Top with shredded mozzarella and pepperoni slices.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes, or until chicken is fully cooked and cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Optional: Broil for 2–3 minutes for extra golden cheese.
Notes
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken reaches 165°F.
- Swap turkey pepperoni for regular if preferred.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 patty
- Calories: 297
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 105mg