Can I use ground turkey instead of ground chicken?

Yes! Ground turkey works similarly, but it can be a bit drier. Keep an eye on baking time and don’t overcook.

How do I store leftovers?

Store the crust and salad separately if possible. Keep crust in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days . Salad is best fresh, but you can store dressed lettuce for about 1 day (it will soften).

Reheat the crust in the oven or air fryer for best crispiness. Then add fresh salad on top. Microwave reheating works, but it softens the crust.

What if I don’t like Caesar dressing?

You can swap in ranch or a light garlic yogurt dressing. It won’t be classic Caesar, but it’ll still be delicious.

Do I have to add the extra chicken pieces or chicken bacon bits?

Nope! They’re optional. The crust already has plenty of flavor, but the extra topping adds a fun “loaded pizza” feel.

Chicken Crust Caesar Salad Pizza: Irresistibly Easy in 1 Hour

Description

Chicken Crust Caesar Salad Pizza is a high-protein, low-carb twist on pizza night. A golden, cheesy chicken crust is topped with crisp romaine, creamy Caesar dressing, Parmesan, and optional crispy chicken bacon bits for the perfect hot-and-cold bite. Ready in about an hour, this easy dinner is fresh, satisfying, and family-friendly.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken Crust:

1 lb ground chicken
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 large egg
1 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil)
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tbsp olive oil (for greasing if needed)

For the Caesar Salad Topping:

2 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
1/4 cup Caesar dressing (creamy)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup cooked chicken pieces, seasoned and crisped or chicken bacon bits (optional)
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Mix the crust. In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until fully combined.
Shape the crust. Press the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet into a 10–12-inch round crust, keeping thickness even.
Bake. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. If excess moisture appears, gently blot with a paper towel near the end of baking.
Prepare the salad. In a separate bowl, toss chopped romaine with Caesar dressing and grated Parmesan.
Cool slightly. Remove crust from oven and let rest for 5–10 minutes to firm up.
Assemble. Top crust evenly with Caesar salad mixture.
Finish. Add optional crispy chicken pieces or chicken bacon bits. Sprinkle with black pepper and additional Parmesan if desired.
Slice and serve immediately

Notes

For extra crispiness, carefully flip the crust and bake 5 additional minutes.
Let the crust cool slightly before topping to prevent wilting the lettuce.
Store crust and salad separately for best leftovers.
Ground turkey can be substituted for ground chicken.
Reheat crust in oven or air fryer for best texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Main Dish
Method: Baked
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/4 pizza)
Calories: 380 kcal
Sugar: 2 g
Sodium: 720 mg
Fat: 24 g
Saturated Fat: 9 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 5 g
Fiber: 1 g
Protein: 35 g
Cholesterol: 135 mg