It’s truly easy to make, especially if you use pre-cooked chicken. It’s ready in about 30 minutes! I love pizza. Who doesn’t? It’s culinary perfection. The combination of crust, sauce, cheese, and toppings is a masterpiece. When I transitioned to a low-carb diet, giving up pizza was out of the question. So, I found great-tasting substitutes such as cauliflower pizza, coconut flour pizza, and almond flour pizza. This delicious casserole is another way to enjoy wonderful pizza flavors without consuming too many carbs.
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Chicken breasts: Cooked and shredded or diced. I almost always bake chicken breasts, but you can cook them any way you like. For example, this recipe for grilled chicken breast is quick and easy. You can also use rotisserie chicken. Pepperoni: I mix it into the casserole and I also use it to top the casserole. Pizza sauce: I prefer a sugar-free sauce such as Rao’s. Spices: Garlic powder, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cheese: Shredded mozzarella and grated parmesan. Some of the cheese is mixed into the casserole and some of it is sprinkled on top.
You can also try different cheeses. For example, shredded fontina makes a good alternative to shredded mozzarella. Sometimes, I sprinkle the casserole with dried parsley or oregano and some more red pepper flakes when I pull it out of the oven. This is purely for garnish, but it does look pretty! You start by mixing together shredded chicken, diced pepperoni, pizza sauce, spices, mozzarella, and parmesan. Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased baking dish and top it with more cheese and pepperoni (or with your choice of toppings). Bake the casserole for about 15 minutes in a 400°F oven, until it’s heated through and the cheese is melted. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving it.
