Protein Pizza Pockets
Craving the cheesy, savory goodness of a pizza pocket but want to keep it healthy? Enter the protein pizza pocket – a delicious, high-protein twist on a classic favorite! Packed with your favorite pizza flavors and a boost of muscle-fueling protein, this pocket is perfect for a quick lunch, post-workout snack, or meal prep staple. Whether you’re following a high-protein diet or just looking for a more balanced indulgence, this easy-to-make treat will satisfy your cravings without compromising your goals. Let’s dive into how to make this tasty, protein-packed delight!
Why you’ll love this chicken crust pizza pocket
- Guilt-Free Comfort Food: Indulge your pizza cravings without derailing your healthy eating goals.
- Deliciously Satisfying: Enjoy all the cheesy, savory flavors of a classic pizza pocket with a healthier twist.
- Customizable: Tailor it to your taste with your favorite fillings—think lean meats, veggies, or a spicy kick.
Here’s what you’ll need to make it
- Air Fryer
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Mixing Spoon
That’s it!
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Ingredients & substitutions
- Ground chicken or ground turkey
- Mozzarella cheese – shredded
- Tomato paste
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Oregano
- Salt
- Pepper
- Basil – optional
How to make this high protein pizza pocket
Step 1. Preheat air fryer or oven to 375 degrees.
Step 2. To a bowl, add your ground chicken and spices, and mix until well combined.
Step 3. Lay parchment on the counter, and spray with your favorite cooking spray.
Step 4. Place your chicken mixture on the parchment. Use another piece of parchment, spray with cooking spray, and lay it on top of the chicken. Flatten the mixture to about 1/4 inch with a rolling pin. Peal off the top layer of parchment.
Step 5. To half of the chicken mixture, spread your tomato paste, leaving about 1/4 inch around the edge. Top with mozzarella and fold the chicken over, creating a pocket. Pinch the edges closed. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
Step 6. Cook in the air fryer for about 20-35 minutes, until the pocket is crisp on top and cooked through.
FAQs about high protein pizza pocket dough
Yes! It’s a balanced, healthier alternative to traditional pizza pockets. With a higher protein content and customizable ingredients, you control the quality and nutritional profile.
Definitely! You can use your favorite lean proteins, vegetables, and cheeses. Popular options include grilled chicken, turkey pepperoni, spinach, mushrooms, and low-fat mozzarella. Be mindful though, the more veggies, the more water will come out of the pocket.
For best results, reheat in an air fryer or oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes to keep the crust crispy. If using a microwave, heat for 1-2 minutes.
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Protein Pizza Pocket
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Mixing Spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken or ground turkey
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese grated
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp Oregano
- pinch of salt
- pinch of pepper
- fresh basil optional
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer or oven to 375 degrees.
- To a bowl, add your ground chicken and spices, and mix until well combined.
- Lay parchment on the counter, and spray with your favorite cooking spray.
- Place your chicken mixture on the parchment. Use another piece of parchment, spray with cooking spray, and lay it on top of the chicken. Flatten the mixture to about 1/4 inch with a rolling pin. Peal off the top layer of parchment.
- To half of the chicken mixture, spread your tomato paste, leaving about 1/4 inch around the edge. Top with mozzarella and fold the chicken over, creating a pocket. Pinch the edges closed. Top with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Cook in the air fryer for about 20-35 minutes, until the pocket is crisp on top and cooked through.
