Description
A delicious protein-packed pizza that’s easy to prepare, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup whey protein powder
- 2 tbsp coconut flour
- 1 tsp pizza seasoning or Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (optional)
- 1/3 cup sugar-free pizza sauce
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup cooked chicken breast, shredded
- 1/4 cup lean turkey pepperoni
- 1/4 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 2 tbsp red onion, thinly sliced
- Fresh basil leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Combine cottage cheese and eggs in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds.
- Add whey protein powder, coconut flour, pizza seasoning, salt, and garlic powder to the mixture. Pulse until a thick batter forms. If the mixture seems too wet, add an additional tablespoon of coconut flour.
- Spread the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming an even circle about 1/4-inch thick.
- Bake the crust for 10-12 minutes until the edges begin to brown and the center is set.
- Remove the partially baked crust from the oven and spread pizza sauce evenly over the surface, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Sprinkle half the cheese over the sauce, then distribute your high-protein toppings (chicken, pepperoni, vegetables) evenly across the pizza.
- Top with the remaining cheese and return to the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling, and the edges of the crust are golden brown.
- Allow your Easy Protein Pizza to cool for 2-3 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired.
Notes
Great for meal prep; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 180mg