Easy Carnivore Pizza Skillet Recipe: One Pan, No Cleanup!
Transform your leftover chicken and meat into a delicious low-carb, low-fiber, and keto-friendly Carnivore Pizza using a single cast iron skillet! This is the easiest and fastest one-pan chicken pizza crust recipe that leaves you next-to-no cleanup and a straightforward cooking process.
This skillet pizza is as non-toxic as it gets with organic dairy and no nitrites. Skip the nonstick pan to avoid adding toxic PFAS to your pizza—cast iron retains heat better and gives you a nice crispy carnivore pizza crust. Using organic dairy keeps this pizza free from synthetic hormones and pesticides, and instead of traditional pepperoni, which contains nitrites—preservatives linked to health concerns like colorectal cancer—we’ll use nitrite-free alternatives such as sliced pork belly, cooked ground beef, or any leftover meats you have on hand.
Ingredients
2 cups shredded leftover chicken breast
1 large egg
½ cup organic shredded mozzarella cheese
¼ cup organic grated Parmesan cheese
Optional: 2 tablespoons sugar-free, organic tomato-based pizza sauce, if you aren't following a strictly carnivore diet
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Pro tip: Grate your own cheese! Not only does it save money, but it also avoids anti-caking agents like cellulose or potato starch—and it melts better, too.
For the toppings:
Sliced pork belly or jowl from your favorite butcher
This should simply be sliced meat—uncured and nitrite-free!
Cooked ground beef
Any additional leftover meats of your choice
Optional: Extra organic shredded mozzarella for topping
Instructions
Prepare the Crust: In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken, egg, ½ cup of mozzarella, and Parmesan. Mix until the ingredients are well incorporated.
Cook the Pork:
Heat your seasoned cast iron skillet over medium heat. Place your sliced pork belly or pork jowl directly in the skillet and allow it to cook to your desired level of doneness. The fat will render out into the skillet.
Once cooked, remove the pork and drain off excess fat from the skillet.
Cook the Crust:
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
Carefully press the chicken mixture evenly into the lard-laced skillet with a spoon, forming a crust.
Cook on the stovetop for about 5 minutes until the bottom is set and slightly browned.
Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes until the crust is firm and golden.
Add Toppings:
If using tomato-based pizza sauce (optional, since tomatoes are definitely not on the strict carnivore menu), spread a thin layer over the crust.
Arrange your chosen toppings—cooked sliced pork, cooked ground beef, or other leftover meats—over the crust.
Sprinkle additional mozzarella on top if desired.
Bake the Pizza:
Return the skillet to the oven and bake for another 5-7 minutes until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
For a golden top, broil for an additional 1-2 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Serve: Remove from the oven and let the pizza cool for a few minutes. Slice and enjoy your easy, low-carb carnivore skillet pizza!
Nutrition
Per serving (assuming 4 servings):
Calories: Approximately 250
Protein: 30g
Fat: 13g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Note: Nutritional values may vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes.
This versatile recipe not only helps reduce food waste by using leftovers but also aligns with a non-toxic, carnivore-friendly, or low-fiber keto diet. The cast iron skillet keeps things simple and the cleanup minimal—perfect for a quick, satisfying meal. Once you try it, this pizza just might become your go-to for using up leftovers on the carnivore diet!
Does this sound like something you'd try? Leave a comment and let me know how you like your super-easy carnivore skillet pizza!