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Crustless Pizza Pie

Crustless Pizza Pie: A High-Protein Comfort Food Delight

Discover the 53g Protein Crustless Pizza Pie, a guilt-free, low-carb dish perfect for health-conscious eaters.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Quick Meals
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken or Turkey Main protein powerhouse for a healthy meal.
  • 4 large Eggs Acts as the binding agent; use fresh eggs for a fluffy result.
  • 1 cup Cottage Cheese Adds moisture and protein; drain for a firmer pie texture.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Provides rich cheesiness; swap for your favorite cheese for a twist.
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan Elevates flavor depth; nutritional yeast can replace it for a vegan option.
For the Sauce and Seasoning
  • 1 cup Pizza Sauce (sugar-free) Adds moisture and authentic tomato taste; homemade or store-bought works well.
  • 1 tsp Italian Seasoning Infuses savory flavors; adjust according to your preference.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Essential seasonings; tweak to suit your taste.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential seasonings; tweak to suit your taste.
Optional Toppings
  • to taste Pepperoni Classic topping for a traditional pizza vibe.
  • to taste Vegetables Load up with mushrooms, olives, onions, or jalapeños for added nutrition and crunch.

Equipment

  • 9-inch Pie Dish
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crustless Pizza Pie
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a 9-inch pie dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook ground chicken or turkey until browned, about 5–7 minutes, seasoning with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, grated Parmesan, and Italian seasoning until smooth. Stir in half of the shredded mozzarella and the cooked meat.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared pie dish, spread pizza sauce on top, and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and optional toppings.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes until edges are golden and center is set.
  6. Let cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 53gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This crustless pizza pie is perfect for meal prep, freezing individual slices for easy high-protein meals.

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