Grilled Chicken & Spinach Pizza

Keto Grilled Chicken & Spinach Pizza is ideal for anyone on a ketogenic diet. It is a low-carb take on traditional pizza. This recipe has a crispy keto-friendly crust with melted cheese, fresh spinach, and succulent grilled chicken. This pizza is light yet nevertheless filling, in contrast to regular pizzas that are heavy in carbohydrates. It is nutrient-dense and tasty due to the combination of soft spinach and seasoned chicken. This is a very versatile dish; easily have this pizza for dinner. Keto Grilled Chicken & Spinach Pizza is even good for meal planning as it warms up nicely. Customize this pizza topping as you want without sacrificing your keto objectives.

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STATS:

• Calories: 310 kcal per slice
• Serving: 4
• Prep time: 15 minutes
• Portion size: One slice
• Cooking duration: Fifteen minutes.
• Diet: Keto
• Cuisine: Italian
• Total time: 30 minutes
• Course: Main Dish

EQUIPMENT:

• Pizza stone
• Parchment paper
• Mixing bowls
• Grater
• Grill pan
• Knife
• Cutting board

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ½ cups mozzarella cheese
• 2 oz. cream cheese
• 1 large egg
• ¾ cup almond flour
• ½ tsp. baking powder
• 1 cup cooked grilled chicken
• 1 cup fresh spinach
• ½ cup parmesan cheese
• ½ cup marinara sauce
• ½ tsp. garlic powder
• ½ tsp. Italian seasoning
• Salt and pepper

INGREDIENT NOTES:

MOZZARELLA CHEESE:

• Shredded mozzarella cheese gives the crust its chewy, cheesy feel by serving as the foundation for the fathead dough.

CREAM CHEESE:

• Cream cheese preserves the dough’s rich flavor while adding creaminess and aiding in binding.

EGGS:

• The egg serves as a binder and gives the crust structure for a solid base.

ALMOND FLOUR:

• Almond flour adds a nutty, somewhat sweet taste and is a low-carb substitute for wheat flour.

BAKING POWDER:

• Baking powder makes the crust less solid and more airy by assisting in its rise.

CHICKEN:

• Opt for without bone and skin chicken breasts. Chicken thighs is also great juicy alternative.

FRESH SPINACH:

• Fresh spinach gives the chicken a subtle, earthy flavor in addition to vitamins and fiber.

PARMESAN CHEESE:

• Shredded parmesan cheese provides crispness and a salty, nutty flavor when melted.

MARINARA SAUCE:

• Marinara sauce is a must for authentic pizza flavor without any hidden carbohydrates.

GARLIC POWDER:

• Garlic powder adds a warm, delicious touch that improves the entire flavor.

ITALIAN SEASONING:

• Italian seasoning contains combination of herbs. It provides the traditional Italian flavor of pizza.

SALT & PEPPER:

• Sprinkle salt and pepper to make it flavorful.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Warm-up oven at 400 degrees F.
2. Apply paper on the pizza stone.
3. We melt the mozzarella and cream cheese for one minute in dish and mix till it gets smooth.
4. Include all the dry items like flour and spices to the cheese mixture. Stir to form dough.
5. Spread the dough into a circle on the sheet with paper.
6. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until gently golden.
7. Cover with marinara sauce. Evenly distribute the spinach and grilled chicken.
8. Add some Parmesan and mozzarella cheese.
9. Bake for a further five to six minutes or till the cheese gets melt and bubbly.
10. Cool pizzas for 3 minutes then slice and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SIDE DISH:

• Cauliflower rice salad
• Zucchini fries

DIPS:

• Garlic butter sauce
• Keto ranch dip

DRINKS:

• Sparkling water with lemon (keto)
• Unsweetened iced tea

TIPS:

• Cook the spinach before to eliminate all the moisture. It prevents the formation of soggy crust.
• Make this pizza on a pizza stone for a crispy base.
• Coconut flour is also a great alternative, but eliminate half the quantity.
• Drizzle additional olive oil before we serve for additional flavor.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put pizza slices in the sealed box and store them for three days.

FREEZER:

• Cover the pizza slices with the plastic wrap and store the pizza for one month.

FAQs:

Can I utilize frozen spinach to make this pizza?

• We can utilize frozen spinach to make this pizza, but we have to properly squeeze and drain the moisture.

Will I prepare the crust before time?

• Bake and store the crust. Top the crust and bake again for a fresh taste.

What can we top on this pizza?

• We can top this pizza with olives, bell pepper, and mushrooms to prepare this delicious pizza.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Sodium: 480mg
Calories: 310 kcal
Serving Size: 1 slice
Net carbs: 3g
Iron: 1.08 mg
Total Carbs: 5g
Calcium: 364 mg
Fiber: 1g
Vitamin A: 162 mcg
Protein: 24g
Fat: 22g
Potassium: 320mg