Crustless Pizza Bowl
Savor the taste of pizza without the carbs in this Crustless Pizza Bowl! Layered with savory ground meat, rich pizza sauce, and gooey cheese, this dish is perfect for any occasion, from cozy weeknight dinners to lively game nights. It’s easy to prepare and fully customizable, ensuring every bite is a delicious guilt-free treat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey
- 1 cup pizza sauce
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 4 oz pepperoni slices (or veggies)
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly spray an oven-safe baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until cooked through; drain excess fat.
- In a bowl, combine cooked meat, pizza sauce, bell peppers, and half the cheese; mix well.
- Spread the mixture in the baking dish and top with remaining cheese and pepperoni.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
- Cool slightly before serving warm with extra pizza sauce on the side.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, season your meat with Italian herbs before cooking. - Swap in different proteins like chicken or sausage, or add toppings such as olives or spinach for variety. - Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; reheat in the microwave or oven.