Keto BBQ Chicken Pizza with Fathead Crust
A deliciously crispy, low-carb pizza that’ll satisfy your takeout cravings without breaking ketosis!
KEY INFO:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 8 slices
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Dietary: Keto, Low-carb, Gluten-free
EQUIPMENT NEEDED:
- Large microwave-safe bowl
- Baking sheet or pizza stone
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin (or wine bottle in a pinch!)
- Pizza cutter
INGREDIENTS:
Fathead Crust:
- Mozzarella cheese, shredded – 230g (8 oz)
- Cream cheese – 55g (2 oz)
- Large egg – 1
- Almond flour – 85g (¾ cup)
- Oat fiber – 15g (1 tbsp) [optional]
Toppings:
- Cooked chicken breast, shredded – 170g (6 oz)
- Sugar-free BBQ sauce – 60ml (4 tbsp)
- Red onion, thinly sliced – 60g (½ cup)
- Additional mozzarella – 100g (1 cup)
- Fresh parsley for garnish [optional]
METHOD:
- Preheat oven to 180°C/350°F. Line baking sheet with parchment.
- Combine mozzarella and cream cheese in microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until completely melted.
- Add egg and almond flour to cheese mixture while still hot. Mix until well combined.
- Important: Chill dough for 15 minutes if too sticky to handle.
- Place dough between two pieces of parchment and roll to 12-inch circle.
- Pre-bake crust for 12-15 minutes until lightly golden.
- Mix shredded chicken with 2 tbsp BBQ sauce.
- Spread remaining sauce on pre-baked crust.
- Top with BBQ chicken, red onions, and additional mozzarella.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes until cheese is bubbly and edges are golden brown.
CRUCIAL TIPS:
- Let melted cheese cool slightly before adding egg to prevent scrambling.
- Don’t skip the pre-bake step – it ensures a crispy crust.
- Watch carefully during final bake – fathead dough can burn quickly.
STORAGE & VARIATIONS:
Storage:
- Refrigerate up to 3 days
- Reheat in oven at 180°C/350°F for 5 minutes
Common Mistakes:
- Rolling dough too thin
- Using too much sauce (makes crust soggy)
- Skipping the chilling step
Variations:
- Buffalo Chicken: Replace BBQ sauce with buffalo sauce
- Supreme: Add mushrooms, peppers, and Italian sausage
- Mediterranean: Top with olives, feta, and sun-dried tomatoes
Net Carbs per slice: 4g
Perfect for keto meal prep or family pizza night!
