Crispy High Protein Pizza Pocket made in the air fryer with ground chicken, mozzarella, and pepperoni. A quick low-carb, keto, and diabetic-friendly pizza recipe packed with protein and ready in minutes. 🍕💪
If you’re craving pizza but want something high in protein, low in carbs, and quick to make, this Crispy High Protein Pizza Pocket is the perfect solution! 🍕🔥 Made with ground chicken instead of dough, it turns golden and crispy in the air fryer while staying cheesy and flavorful inside. It’s a simple recipe that’s great for busy weeknights, healthy lunches, or satisfying pizza cravings without the extra carbs. Plus, I included classic, low-carb, keto, and diabetic-friendly nutrition options so everyone can enjoy it!
1. Crispy High Protein Pizza Pocket 🍕🔥
A crunchy, cheesy pizza pocket made with ground chicken instead of dough! This low-carb recipe is packed with protein and perfect for a quick air fryer meal.
Ingredients
- 4 oz ground chicken
- 1 slice mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp pepperoni slices, chopped
- 2 tbsp diced peppers & onions
- 1 egg, whisked
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place ground chicken on greased parchment paper and flatten into a thin circle.
- Add mozzarella, pepperoni, peppers, and onions to one half of the chicken circle.
- Fold the other half over using the parchment paper to form a pocket.
- Brush with egg wash and coat both sides with grated Parmesan and Italian seasoning.
- Air fry for 12 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Let cool slightly and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts (1 serving)
- Calories: 360
- Protein: 39g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fat: 21g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Net Carbs: 2.5g
2. Low Carb Air Fryer Pizza Pocket 🍕✨
This pizza pocket gives you the classic pizza flavor without the carbs. Crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside!
Ingredients
- 4 oz ground chicken
- 1 slice mozzarella cheese
- 2 tbsp chopped pepperoni
- 2 tbsp diced peppers & onions
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: pinch garlic powder
Instructions
- Flatten ground chicken into a thin round on parchment paper.
- Add cheese, pepperoni, peppers, and onions to half the circle.
- Fold the chicken over the filling and press edges gently.
- Brush with egg wash and coat with Parmesan and seasoning.
- Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Serve warm!
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 355
- Protein: 38g
- Carbs: 3g
- Fat: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Net Carbs: 2.5g
3. Keto Protein Pizza Pocket 🍕💪
A keto-friendly pizza pocket that delivers big flavor and lots of protein with almost no carbs.
Ingredients
- 4 oz ground chicken
- 1 slice mozzarella
- 2 tbsp chopped pepperoni
- 2 tbsp diced peppers & onions
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Optional: red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Flatten the chicken into a thin circle on parchment paper.
- Add fillings to one half.
- Fold into a half-moon pocket and seal edges.
- Brush with egg wash and coat in Parmesan and seasonings.
- Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes until crispy.
- Rest for 2 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 365
- Protein: 40g
- Carbs: 2.8g
- Fat: 21g
- Fiber: 0.4g
- Net Carbs: 2.4g
4. Diabetic-Friendly High Protein Pizza Pocket 🍕🥗
A balanced, low-glycemic pizza pocket perfect for people managing blood sugar while still enjoying pizza flavors.
Ingredients
- 4 oz lean ground chicken
- 1 slice part-skim mozzarella
- 1 tbsp turkey pepperoni (lower fat option)
- 3 tbsp diced peppers & onions
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Flatten chicken into a thin round on parchment paper.
- Add mozzarella, turkey pepperoni, and vegetables to one side.
- Fold chicken over to create a pocket.
- Brush lightly with egg wash and coat with Parmesan and seasoning.
- Air fry at 400°F for 11–12 minutes until cooked through and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 305
- Protein: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fat: 15g
- Fiber: 0.7g
- Net Carbs: 2.3g
