High Protein Barbecue Pizza

Elevate your pizza night with this High Protein Barbecue Pizza—an irresistible blend of bold flavors and nutritional balance. Featuring a wholesome whole wheat crust, this recipe is loaded with protein-packed toppings like tender cooked chicken breast and hearty black beans, complemented by sweet corn, tangy barbecue sauce, and a duo of melted low-fat mozzarella and cheddar cheeses. Thinly sliced red onions add a touch of sharpness, while fresh cilantro provides a burst of color and herby freshness to finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this quick and healthy BBQ pizza is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or fueling a post-workout meal. A deliciously high-protein, fiber-rich option that satisfies without compromise—slice in and savor!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium (10-12 inch) Whole wheat pizza crust
• 1 cup Barbecue sauce
• 1 cup Cooked chicken breast, diced
• 1 cup Black beans, rinsed and drained
• 0.5 cup Red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 cup Low-fat mozzarella cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Low-fat cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup Corn kernels
• 0.25 cup Chopped cilantro
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C).

Step 2

Place the whole wheat pizza crust on a baking sheet or pizza stone.

Step 3

Brush the crust lightly with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.

Step 4

Spread barbecue sauce evenly over the pizza crust, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 5

Distribute the diced cooked chicken breast evenly over the barbecue sauce.

Step 6

Sprinkle the rinsed and drained black beans over the chicken.

Step 7

Add the red onion slices and corn kernels evenly on top.

Step 8

Combine low-fat mozzarella and cheddar cheese in a bowl, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over the toppings.

Step 9

Place the pizza in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the crust is golden brown.

Step 10

Remove the pizza from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped cilantro before slicing the pizza into wedges.

Step 12

Serve warm and enjoy your High Protein Barbecue Pizza.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1450.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2532.2

Total Fat 61.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 310mg	0%
Sodium 7389.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 306.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.2g	0%
Total Sugars 107.5g
Protein 205.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1886.4mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 2781.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 21.3%

Protein: 31.6%

Carbs: 47.1%