recipe Chicken Keto Pizza Waffles

Savory, crispy, and protein-packed — these Chicken Keto Pizza Waffles are a game-changer for low-carb living. Whether you're meal prepping for the week, trying to keep dinner interesting, or just craving that classic pizza flavor with a healthy twist, this recipe delivers.

By swapping traditional flour with almond flour and using ground chicken as the base, you’ll keep carbs low while maximizing protein and satisfaction. Plus, we’re topping it all with gooey mozzarella and your favorite low-sugar pizza sauce. Perfect for those managing insulin resistance, menopause, or anyone looking to clean up their diet without giving up taste!

🛒 Ingredients

Waffle Base

• 2 lbs Ground Chicken
• ½ cup almond flour
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper

Toppings

• Low-sugar pizza or marinara sauce
• Shredded mozzarella cheese
• Fresh basil or parsley (optional)

🍳 Instructions

1. Preheat your waffle iron and lightly grease it.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, almond flour, eggs, mozzarella, Parmesan, baking powder, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
3. Scoop the mixture into your waffle iron, smoothing it out to fill the space.
4. Cook until golden brown and fully set (about 6–8 minutes depending on your waffle iron).
5. Remove waffles and place them on a baking sheet.
6. Top each with a spoonful of pizza sauce and a sprinkle of mozzarella.
7. Broil for 2–3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve warm!

Tip: These reheat beautifully in the air fryer or toaster oven for extra crispy leftovers!

🔍 Nutrition Info (Per Waffle)

Base Only:

• Calories: ~260 kcal
• Protein: ~29g
• Fat: ~15g
• Carbs: ~3g (Net Carbs: ~2g)
• Fiber: ~1g

With Toppings:

• Calories: ~310–320 kcal
• Protein: ~33g
• Fat: ~18g
• Net Carbs: ~4g

🥗 Dietitian Tip

These savory waffles are phenomenal for those managing:

• Insulin resistance ✔️
• Menopause-related weight gain ✔️
• Low glycemic needs ✔️
• Balanced, high-protein diets ✔️

Thanks to our Kakadoodle community member and expert, Erin Utz, RDN, for sharing this fabulous, feel-good recipe that brings health and comfort to the table.