Chicken crust pizza takes the guilt out of your favorite splurge meal.

By JULIE BRINKLEY

Anyone watching their weight knows the pain of having to pass up on a slice or two of their favorite pizza.

But this healthy recipe for chicken crust pizza takes the guilt right out of that splurge meal.

Go ahead, give it a try. You will be glad you did!

WHAT’S IN IT

½ lb. ground chicken

1 egg

2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

½ tsp Italian seasoning

Cooking spray

½ cup no sugar added tomato sauce (such as Rao’s)

½ reduced-fat shredded Mozzarella cheese

2 Roma tomatoes sliced

¼ cup chopped fresh basil

HOW TO MAKE IT

Preheat oven to 400 degrees.

Combine the first four ingredients in medium sized bowl. Form the chicken mixture into a thin circular crust shape onto a parchment-lined lightly greased baking sheet.

Bake until golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Top with sauce, cheese and tomato slices and bake until cheese is melted, about 7-10 minutes.

Sprinkle with fresh basil before serving.

Serves 2.