Keto Cauliflower Crust Pizza with Spicy Chicken Topping – A Cinematic Gourmet Experience

Allergens

Eggs, Dairy (Cheese)

Ingredients

• 1 medium cauliflower head (florets only)
• 1 large egg
• 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Olive oil for cooking Spicy Chicken Topping:
• 4 chicken breast fillets
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• Salt and pepper, to taste Tomato Sauce:
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).
2. In a food processor, pulse cauliflower florets until they form a rice like consistency.
3. Microwave the cauliflower for 3 minutes and then let it cool. Squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
4. Combine the cauliflower, egg, mozzarella cheese, almond flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Mix well until a dough forms.
5. Press the dough onto a pizza pan or baking sheet lined with parchment paper to form the crust. Bake for 12 15 minutes until golden brown.
6. While the crust is baking, season the chicken fillets with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet with olive oil over medium heat until fully cooked. Set aside.
7. Combine tomato sauce, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a bowl to create the sauce.
8. Once the crust is baked, remove it from the oven and spread the tomato sauce evenly over the crust.
9. Add sliced chicken on top of the sauce and sprinkle with additional mozzarella cheese.
10. Bake for another 5 7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Chef’s Insight

The key to this recipe is finding the right balance of flavors, ensuring each bite is as delicious as the last.

Notes

This recipe is ideal for those following the ketogenic diet or looking for a low-carb meal option.