🍗 Chicken Crust Ingredients (the base)
- 1 lb ground chicken (or shredded cooked chicken)
- 1 egg (FAST40 members can use egg whites)
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese (optional, helps bind + adds flavor)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
🌿 Optional Add-Ins (for better texture + flavor)
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1–2 tbsp nutritional yeast (if avoiding dairy but want a cheesy flavor)
👨🍳 Cooking Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F
- Mix ingredientsIn a bowl, combine chicken, egg (or egg whites), parmesan (if using), and all seasonings. Mix until fully combined.
- Form the crust Line a baking sheet with parchment paper Spread the mixture into a thin, even circle (about 1/4 inch thick) Press it down firmly so it holds together
- Bake the crust first Bake for 20–25 minutes until firm and slightly golden If there’s excess moisture, you can drain it off
- Add toppings Spread sugar-free marinara Add protein (chicken/turkey) Add veggies (spinach, mushrooms, onions, peppers) Optional: light sprinkle of cheese
- Final bake Return to oven for 8–10 minutes until heated through
- Let it rest Cool for a few minutes before slicing (helps it firm up)
🍅 Toppings (keep it clean + hormone-friendly)
- Sugar-free marinara (no added sugars)
- Grilled chicken or turkey
- Veggies: spinach, mushrooms, onions, bell peppers
- Light sprinkle of cheese (optional depending on your approach)
🧠 Key Concept
This works because you’re replacing a refined-carb crust with pure protein, which:
- stabilizes blood sugar
- reduces insulin spikes
- supports fat metabolism
- keeps you full longer