Crispy Paleo Pizza Soup – Better Than Takeout

Craving pizza but on a paleo diet? This Crispy Paleo Pizza Soup is the perfect solution! After making this many times, I’ve discovered the secret to getting that crispy pizza crust texture in a soup. Keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Try this Buffalo Chicken Pasta for another easy dinner idea! and Serve this soup with these Jalapeno Popper Egg Rolls for a complete meal!.

What You'll Need for Crispy Paleo Pizza Soup – Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 paleo pizza crust, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• Optional: Shredded cheese (optional, omit for strict paleo)
• Optional: Pepperoni or other favorite pizza toppings
• Optional: Fresh basil or parsley, chopped

How to Make Crispy Paleo Pizza Soup – Better Than Takeout

1. Step 1: In a large pot, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
3. Step 3: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in the paleo pizza crust pieces and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the crust is crispy.
5. Step 5: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded cheese, pepperoni, and fresh basil or parsley (if using). Serve immediately.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Paleo Pizza Soup – Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the soup base ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to cook. Add the pizza crust pieces just before serving.

Freezing Crispy Paleo Pizza Soup – Better Than Takeout

Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a richer flavor, you can use bone broth instead of regular beef broth.
• Best substitution: If you don't have paleo pizza crust, you can use gluten-free bread or crackers as a topping instead.
• Make-ahead: You can prepare the soup base ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to cook. Add the pizza crust pieces just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your soup is too thick, you can thin it out with a little bit of water or additional broth.

Crispy Paleo Pizza Soup – Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Paleo, Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (6 oz) tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 paleo pizza crust, cut into bite-sized pieces

Seasonings

• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder

Optional Toppings

• Shredded cheese (optional, omit for strict paleo)
• Pepperoni or other favorite pizza toppings
• Fresh basil or parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large pot, cook ground beef, onion, and garlic over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
2. Step 2: Add diced tomatoes, tomato paste, beef broth, oregano, basil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir well to combine.
3. Step 3: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes.
4. Step 4: Stir in the paleo pizza crust pieces and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the crust is crispy.
5. Step 5: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with shredded cheese, pepperoni, and fresh basil or parsley (if using). Serve immediately.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a richer flavor, you can use bone broth instead of regular beef broth.
• Best substitution: If you don't have paleo pizza crust, you can use gluten-free bread or crackers as a topping instead.
• Make-ahead: You can prepare the soup base ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to cook. Add the pizza crust pieces just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled to feed a larger crowd.
• Troubleshooting: If your soup is too thick, you can thin it out with a little bit of water or additional broth.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 3 months.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through.
• Make ahead: You can prepare the soup base ahead of time and store it in the fridge until ready to cook. Add the pizza crust pieces just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 28g
• Carbs: 20g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 6g
• Sodium: 1200mg
• Cholesterol: 105mg
• Sat. Fat: 12g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Paleo Pizza Soup – Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!