This Broccoli & Sausage Skillet Pizza is a great choice if you want to keep things simple and light yet still desire pizza. Made totally in a skillet, this recipe tops melty cheese and a crispy crust with the savory tastes of sausage mixed with the earthy sweetness of broccoli. Comparatively to any oven-baked pizza, the skillet technique gives the crust some slight bite. Perfect for a weeknight supper or laid-back weekend meal, best of all this meal comes together fast and requires no cleanup.
Why Would One Want a Skillet Pizza?
Pizza made in a skillet has several main advantages. First, especially in a cast iron skillet, which evenly distributes heat, it produces a crisp crust. This technique replaces a conventional pizza oven and provides a golden-brown crust in a quarter of the time. Second, skillet pizzas are straightforward and flexible for personalizing. It’s perfect for repurposing leftovers or playing about with different combinations since you can adjust toppings according to what you have on hand.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following:
- One readymade pizza dough, or homemade if you would choose.
- To grease the pan, one tablespoon of olive oil.
- Cup-cooked Italian sausage crumbled.
- One cup lightly blanched or steamed broccoli florets.
- Cup shredded mozzarella cheese.
- ¼ cup coarse Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup homemade or store-bought pizza sauce
- One teaspoon of Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: red pepper flakes, fresh basil, or olive oil drizzle
Instructions
Step 1: Preparation of ingredients.
Prepare the sausage: If you’ve got sausage that is not pre-cooked, cook it first in a separate pan over medium heat by browning and then cooking through. Once cooked, drain all of the remaining grease and reserve it.
Steam or blanch the broccoli florets until tender but still crunchy. This step is not necessary, but it will ensure the broccoli is cooked all the way on the pizza end.
Step 2: Preheat the skillet.
Flip your skillet to medium heat. Dribble a tbsp of olive oil around the pan bottom while gently moving it around to coat the bottom. A crispy crust free of sticking to the skillet depends on this stage.
step 3: build the pizza.
- Roll the dough. To roughly fit your skillet, roll or stretch the pizza dough. Put it in the skillet, carefully pressing it down so it comes into touch with the heated oil.
- Spread thinly a layer of pizza sauce leaving a little crust border all around. Sprinkle on top of the sauce and half of the mozzarella cheese.
- Distribute evenly in the pizza both broccoli florets and crumbled sausage. Flavor with some salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sprinkle remaining mozzarella and Parmesan cheese over top. More cheese As this cooks, it will melt into the toppings and all should come together in a nice melty ball of cheesy goodness.
Step 4: Cook the pizza.
- Place foil or a lid over the skillet to trap heat. Let the pizza cook over medium for around 8-10 minutes, with cheese melted, bubbly, and the bottom is golden brown. Occasionally, you can check on it to make sure it’s not cooking too hot.
- Finish Under the Broiler (Optional): Move the skillet to the oven and let it boil for 2 to 3 minutes to get the top extra crunchy. Just be careful not to burn it.
Step 5: Presentation and Garnish
Carefully take out the pizza from the skillet when it is perfectly cooked. Let it sit for one minute then cut. For a taste boost, garnish with fresh basil, red pepper flakes, or olive oil drizzle. Present heated and savor!
Tips for the Best Skillet Pizza
- Choose the appropriate skillet. This recipe calls for cast iron skillets since they help produce a crisp crust and hold heat nicely.
- Keep the dough thin; avoid using too much if you want the best results. A thinner crust avoids any raw areas in the middle by cooking uniformly and fast.
- Use precooked or partially cooked toppings, particularly for foods like sausage and broccoli, as the pizza doesn’t bake as long as conventional oven-baked pizzas.
Serving Suggestions
While delicious on its own, broccoli and sausage skillet pizza can be paired with a light salad or some garlic bread to really round out a meal. Serve it with other fun, Italian-inspired appetizers like bruschetta or caprese skewers when hosting the company.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe?
For pizza aficionados looking for a quick, great, and adaptable dinner free of the trouble of using a conventional oven, this recipe is revolutionary. This skillet pizza will soon become a family favorite with its ideal mix of fresh broccoli, savory sausage, and crunchy crust. It also fits well for many dietary requirements; replace your preferred vegetables, use turkey sausage, or go all vegetables to suit your taste.
This Broccoli & Sausage Skillet Pizza is a must-try whether your taste in pizzas is strong or you simply need a filling supper in less time. The convenience of skillet cooking allows you to enjoy the great taste of handmade pizza!