Low-Carb Crustless Pizza Bowl — Full Detailed Recipe

Cheesy, saucy, and zero crust—this is basically pizza without the carbs.

Ingredients (1–2 servings)
Protein base
1 cup cooked ground chicken or beef
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp garlic powder
Sauce layer
½ cup low-sugar pizza sauce (or marinara)
Cheese & toppings
½ cup shredded mozzarella
10–12 pepperoni slices
¼ cup bell peppers (chopped)
2 tbsp olives (optional)
½ tsp Italian seasoning
Red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Cook protein
Brown ground chicken or beef in a pan with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Drain excess fat.
Assemble bowl
In an oven-safe bowl or small baking dish:
Add cooked meat as base
Spread pizza sauce evenly on top
Add pepperoni, peppers, and olives
Add cheese
Top generously with mozzarella and sprinkle Italian seasoning.
Bake
Oven: 190°C / 375°F for 12–15 minutes
Or microwave: 2–3 minutes (quick melt version)
Finish
Let sit 2 minutes before eating (cheese sets nicely).
Nutrition Info (Approx. per serving)
Calories: 380–420 kcal
Protein: 30–35 g
Fat: 25–28 g
Carbs: 5–8 g
Fiber: 1–2 g
Net Carbs: ~4–6 g

Keto-friendly
High protein
Low carb

Q & A
Q: Can I meal prep this?

Yes. Store cooked base separately for 3–4 days. Assemble and bake when needed.

Q: Can I make it dairy-free?

Yes—use vegan cheese or skip cheese and add extra toppings.

Q: Can I use turkey or plant protein?

Absolutely. Ground turkey, tofu, or soy crumbles all work.

Q: Will it get watery?

Only if veggies release moisture—pre-cook peppers/mushrooms for best texture.

Q: Can I air-fry it?

Yes—air fry at 180°C / 350°F for 8–10 minutes in a heat-safe dish.

Q: How do I make it spicy?

Add jalapeños, chili flakes, or spicy sausage.

Serving Ideas
With garlic mayo dip
Side green salad
Extra mozzarella on top for “cheese pull” effect
Why This Recipe Works
All pizza flavor, no crust
High protein, low carb

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