Protein Pizza

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Rest Time 10 mins
Total Time 40 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Cooking Temp: 400  F
Servings: 1
Calories: 500
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Description

This Protein Pizza is the best healthy dinner that is delicious, satisfying, and packed with nutrients. Made with high-protein ingredients and a crispy crust, it’s the perfect way to fuel your body while still enjoying your favorite comfort foods. One bite, and it’s sure to become your new go-to for a healthy, high-protein meal!

Ingredients
    Pizza Crust
  • 1 Egg
  • 1/2 cup Cottage Cheese
  • 1/4 cup Whole Wheat Flour (use almond flour for gluten free pizza)
    • Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Tomato/Pizza Sauce
  • 1/4 cup Mozzarella Cheese
  • 1 serving Chicken (4oz)
  • Drizzle of Balsamic Glaze (optional)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400 degrees and add parchment paper to a baking sheet

  2. 2

    In a medium size bowl, mix together egg, cottage cheese, and flour until it forms a dough-like consistency

  3. 3

    Spread dough into a circular shape on baking sheet

  4. 4
    Place in the oven for 15-20 minutes
  5. 5
    Take out of oven then add toppings to the pizza
  6. 6
    Cook for 8-10 minutes
  7. 7
    Drizzle glaze or sauce on top on pizza and let cool for 10 minutes
  8. 8
    Slice pizza into 6-8 slices
  9. 9
    Serve & enjoy
Note

Use almond flour for a gluten free pizza.

Feel free to use whatever toppings you would like!

Don't overfill the pizza with toppings unless you want to eat the pizza with a fork.

If you want a crispier crust, bake for 5-10 extra minutes.

Keywords: high protein, nut free