WW Chicken Crust Pizza

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This WW Chicken Crust Pizza is a game-changer if you’ve ever wanted a pizza that fits perfectly into your Weight Watchers plan. With its flavorful toppings, gooey cheese, and juicy, seasoned ground chicken, WW Chicken Crust Pizza provides all of the satisfaction of pizza but without the heavy carbohydrate crust. The result is a golden, protein-rich base that is soft in the center but crispy around the edges.

STATS:

  • Diet: WW-Friendly, low in carbs as well as calories, rich in protein content
  • Cuisine: American or Italian-inspired
  • Serving: Eight slices
  • Course: Main
  • Prep done in ten minutes
  • Cook Time: Twenty-five(25) minutes
  • The entire time will be 35 minutes
  • Size/portion: 1 slice(from a nine inch pizza)
  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Mode of cooking: Baking (oven)

TOOLS

  • Measuring spoons
  • Spatula
  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • A cheese grater
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Parchment liner
  • A pizza stone or baking sheet

INGREDIENTS

  • Marinara sauce, one-fourth cup
  • 450 g of chicken
  • Basil leaves
  • An egg
  • 2 tablespoons of olives
  • Parmesan cheese, one-fourth cup
  • 1/4 cup of mushrooms
  • Garlic powder, half a tsp.
  • 1/4 cup of bell peppers
  • Powdered onion, half a tsp.
  • 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese
  • Italian seasoning, half a tsp.
  • 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • Salt, one-fourth tsp.

INGREDIENT NOTES

PARMESAN CHEESE

  • Using the low-fat grated Parmesan cheese will give you the cheesy and savory depth without increasing the calories. Replace it with nutritional yeast for the same but milk-free cheesy flavor.

TOPPINGS

  • You may freely add your favorite low-calorie toppings like bell peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, spinach, etc., to make your pizza nutrient-rich and filling without increasing points.

THE EGG

  • The egg holds the crust by serving as a sort of adhesive. You may use two egg whites in place of a whole egg to lower the points even further.

CHICKEN

  • You will need the extra lean ground chicken breast for a high protein-fat ratio. This will keep your crust with fewer points.

MOZZARELLA CHEESE

  • Use shredded mozzarella for that classic melt. Choose the part-skim or reduced-fat mozzarella cheese to keep the points lower.

MARINARA SAUCE

  • Either buy it from a trusted store to ensure that it is sugar-free, or make it yourself at home to use the pure and natural version.

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Preheat your empty oven to 200 °C.
  2. Cover a baking sheet with a parchment liner and keep it away.
  3. Mix egg, Italian seasoning, ground chicken, pepper, Parmesan cheese, salt, onion, and garlic powder in a big bowl.
  4. After combining well, transfer the mixture to the baking sheet.
  5. Hands are used to assist with spreading the mixture into a round shape over the lined baking tray.
  6. Make sure to keep the crust one-fourth inch thick on each side.
  7. Bake until the crust is golden and properly firm.
  8. Bring the baked crust to the counter and use a paper towel to dry any moisture buildup.
  9. Apply a generous amount of marinara sauce over the crust and spread it properly.
  10. Sprinkle the mushrooms, bell peppers, mozzarella cheese, and olives on top.
  11. Keep it back into the oven.
  12. Bake till cheese is melted and bubbly.
  13. Now, garnish your baked WW chicken Crust Pizza with fresh basil leaves.
  14. Make the slices and serve them warm.

TIPS

  • Don’t cover the pizza with too many toppings, or it might become soggy.
  • You can lighten up your work by baking the crust earlier and refrigerating it. Top and bake again to serve it freshly-baked.
  • If you want the crispy, cheesy layer, keep it near the flame on the upper rack till you get your required crispness.

STORAGE DIRECTION

CHILLING

  • Pack your leftover pizza slices in a tightly sealed box. Keep them safe in the fridge for the next three days.

FREEZER

  • Pack the un-topped crust or leftover pizza slices using the plastic sheet. Now, they are ready to freeze for sixty to seventy days.

REHEATING

  • You can use the oven or air fryer to warm up the pizza again at 175 °C for 5-7 minutes.

FAQs

Will the Greek Yogurt work in place of cheese?

  • Yes, Greek yogurt will provide the same protein and moisture as the cheese, but you need to compromise on the cheesy taste of the cheese.

Can the keto dieters use this pizza?

  • Due to its low-carb crust, it is perfectly suitable for the keto and Weight Watchers diet.

Will the canned chicken work here?

  • Sure! Drain and shred the canned chicken properly, and then mix it with all other ingredients. This will also taste great and give you a firm crust while saving you time.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS/SERVING

Size/serve: One slice(one-eighth of the pizza)
The quantity of calories: ~135 kcal
Carbs(total): 3.5 g
Fiber: One gram
Net carbs: 2.5 grams
Fat content: Five grams
Sugar: 1.2 g
Proteins: Twenty grams
Sodium: 280 mg

This recipe contains 2-3 total WW points per pizza slice