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Pizza Bowls Recipe

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These savory Pizza Bowls are a delicious, low-carb twist on traditional pizza, featuring a flavorful chicken mince and leek filling layered with marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, and salami. Baked to golden perfection and garnished with Parmesan and fresh parsley, they make a perfect individual-serving dish for pizza lovers looking for a hearty yet balanced meal.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 cup leeks, sliced
  • ½ cup chicken mince
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning

Sauce and Toppings

  • 2 cups marinara sauce (low sugar)
  • 2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup salami slices
  • Parmesan cheese, grated, for garnish
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C) and prepare six 8-9 oz ramekins by spraying them lightly with oil to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook the filling: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil, sliced leeks, chicken mince, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Stir thoroughly to coat the chicken with the seasonings. Cook the mixture for 5 to 7 minutes until the chicken is fully cooked and no longer pink.
  3. Assemble the base layer: Spoon about 1 cup of marinara sauce evenly divided among the six ramekins (approximately 2.5 tablespoons each).
  4. Add the chicken mixture: Evenly distribute the cooked chicken and leek mixture atop the marinara sauce in each ramekin.
  5. Layer with cheese and sauce: Divide 1 cup of mozzarella cheese across the ramekins over the chicken, then top with the remaining 1 cup of marinara sauce.
  6. Add salami and finish with cheese: Place salami slices evenly on top, then cover each ramekin with the remaining 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.
  7. Bake: Place the ramekins in the oven and bake for 10 to 15 minutes until the cheese melts completely and attains a golden brown color.
  8. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish each bowl with grated Parmesan cheese and freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use low sugar marinara sauce to keep the recipe healthier and maintain balanced flavors.
  • Ensure the chicken mince is cooked thoroughly to avoid any food safety issues.
  • You can substitute salami with pepperoni or other cured meats as preferred.
  • Ramekin size should be approximately 8-9 oz; adjust ingredient amounts if using different sizes.
  • For a vegetarian version, omit chicken and salami and consider adding sautéed mushrooms or plant-based protein.

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